- The Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing & Health Sciences is a private not-for-profit institution of higher learning that specializes in the preparation of individuals for high demand health care careers. The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Our mission is to respond to the health care educational needs of the region by preparing qualified health care professionals.
School Highlights
Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences serves 168 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,690
- Acceptance Rate: 33%
- Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
- Minority enrollment: 11%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
37 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences has grown by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences diversity score of 0.17 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has declined by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
168 students
2,125 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
46 students
718 students
# Part-Time Students
122 students
1,407 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
168 students
246 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
46 students
834 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
122 students
684 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
6%
% Black
4%
10%
% White
89%
59%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
17%
Diversity Score
0.17
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
100%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
1%
62%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$47,300
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $15,690 is less than the state average of $16,509. The private state tuition has grown by 29% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,690
$16,509
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,600
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,576
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
33%
94%
ACT Composite
22
22
ACT English
22
21
ACT Math
21
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences cost?
Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences's private state tuition is approximately $15,690.
What is the acceptance rate of Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences?
The acceptance rate of Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences is 33%, which is lower than the state average of 94%. Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Missouri with low acceptance rates.
What is Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences's ranking?
Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Lowest acceptance rates.
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