Southeast Missouri State University's published cost of attendance is $25,177. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $12,704, middle-income families pay around $15,338, and higher-income families pay approximately $21,267.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $25,177 |
| Tuition and Fees | $9,903 |
| Room and Board | $12,198 |
| Books and Supplies | $696 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$9,295 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $15,882 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,704 |
| $30–48k | $13,342 |
| $48–75k | $15,338 |
| $75–110k | $17,395 |
| $110k+ | $21,267 |
Southeast Missouri State University's published cost of attendance is $25,177. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $12,704, middle-income families pay around $15,338, and higher-income families pay approximately $21,267. Azimuth ranks Southeast Missouri State University #375 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Southeast Missouri State participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA. The combination of public tuition and need-based aid support keeps net prices manageable across income levels, particularly for low-income students who receive the largest aid packages relative to cost. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $15,000; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $51,502, median federal debt of $21,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $243 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Southeast Missouri State University earn median 4-year earnings of $51,502, placing Southeast Missouri State University in the 11.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $2,354 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Southeast Missouri State University in the 47.9 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Southeast Missouri State University #1075 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. These figures represent lifetime returns relative to MO's no-degree-equivalent earnings baseline of $31,959 (the state median earnings of working adults with only a high school credential). Southeast Missouri State University's program portfolio centers on Education, which shapes the institution's overall earnings profile. General Studies is the largest program with 118 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $45,383, representing 0.9x the national benchmark for the field. The Biology, General program graduates 104 students earning $45,207, and the The Teacher Education program graduates 95 students earning $37,245. Together, these programs anchor the institution's earnings outcomes and reflect the strong regional demand for educators and health professionals in the Midwest labor market.
