Southeast Missouri State University Historical Acceptance Rate

Historical Acceptance Rates

Southeast Missouri State University experienced a significant decrease in its overall acceptance rate, dropping from 93.3% for the application year 2020 to 78.5% for 2023. The number of applicants also increased notably, from 4,871 in 2020 to 7,461 in 2023, demonstrating growing interest in the university. Acceptance rates from 2021 to 2022 fluctuated slightly, with 79.3% and 86.3%, respectively, indicating some variability but mostly remaining above 78%. Historical trends suggest a competitive shift, as the acceptance rate has consistently declined while the applicant pool expands.