SOCIAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS AT SEMO ONLINE
Life-Changing Degrees for Busy Adults
$330 PER CREDIT HOUR* FOR ONLINE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
EIGHT-WEEK TERMS FOR ACCELERATED DEGREE COMPLETION
$428 PER CREDIT HOUR* FOR ONLINE GRADUATE STUDENTS
EXPERIENCE LIFE-CHANGING EDUCATION, IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE
You’re ready to center your career on personal impact and social change, and the key to expanding your influence is advancing your education, on your time.
Whether you’re seeking a bachelor’s or a graduate degree, our Social Science, Child and Family Studies, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Public Administration, and Applied Behavioral Analysis programs deliver a high-quality, affordable educational experience.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be equipped with the confidence and knowledge to make a real difference in the community you serve. Get ready to change lives — starting with your own — at Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) Online.
ONLINE SOCIAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Gain a solid foundation of psychology skills for a variety of professional settings.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Learn critical skills and knowledge to excel in law enforcement, victim services, rehabilitation or crime prevention.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science
Pick your path to social impact with concentrations in areas including sociology, criminal justice and economics.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
Master of Public Administration
Develop the skills to step into a leadership role in government or nonprofit organizations and drive meaningful community impact.
Offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis
Gain skills to improve the skills and quality of life of individuals with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Studies
Prepare to transform lives by earning a degree in child development or family studies, equipping you with the knowledge, skills and experience to make a difference for children, families and communities.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
Master of Arts in Industrial / Organizational Psychology
Learn practical, evidence-based psychological principles to improve employee performance, leadership and organizational success.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Customize your education and advance your career in criminal justice with a flexible online master’s program tailored to your goals.
Offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences
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STREAMLINED ADMISSIONS
With no GRE requirements for graduate programs and a focus on minimizing prerequisites, SEMO simplifies the entry process to make advanced education more accessible to a broader range of applicants.
RECOGNITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SEMO values practical expertise by offering prior learning credits for military experience, relevant licensures and more, potentially reducing your required number of credits to graduate.
WHY CHOOSE SEMO ONLINE?
SEMO Online students take courses with the same industry-experienced faculty who teach on campus, delivering high-quality online education that’s accessible anytime, anywhere.
SEMO Online ranks No. 48 among Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Programs according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report — making it the highest-ranking online criminal justice graduate program in Missouri.
SEMO Online provides access to comprehensive resources designed exclusively for online students, including virtual learning labs and writing centers for academic support, as well as student-led clubs and organizations.
ABOUT SEMO ONLINE
Founded in 1873, Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) seeks to empower students of all backgrounds, at any stage of their career journey, to achieve personal and professional success. With over two decades of experience in online education, SEMO Online provides a connected learning experience for students to pursue their educational goals on their own terms.
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Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies – Pathfinder Track
Advance your career or explore new opportunities across a variety of industries with customizable skills in leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
Offered by the College of Education, Health and Human Studies
