General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Southeast Missouri State University prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Southeast Missouri State University (Stephens)

1200 E Broadway, Columbia, MO

Southeast Missouri State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cape Girardeau, MO and publically funded. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at Southeast Missouri State University per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to SE. A score between 890 - 1190 on the SAT, or 20 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. More information from the admissions office can be found at semo.edu.

The tuition at Southeast Missouri State University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $13,000 for the year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,700. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at semo.edu.

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southeast Missouri State University offers a bachelor's degree program in general studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).