SIUC Description

One of Illinois’ most recognized universities, Southern Illinois University in Carbondale boasts an abundant selection of academics, research opportunities and student life offerings.

Ranked as one of the top four public universities in Illinois, SIU has over 170 bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and associate’s degrees from which to choose. Subjects include everything from the liberal and fine arts to the sciences to law, business, architecture and medicine.

SIU is also highly regarded for its research endeavors, and numerous research opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate levels are available in a number of departments.

Student life at SIU also offers an exceptional number of recreational, cultural and other opportunities. Over 400 student organizations may be found at SIU, as can a state-of-the-art student center.

The student center is one of the largest in the nation, and features restaurants, stores, a bowling alley and a student-run radio station among other things.

SIU has a rolling admissions policy. Financial aid is available to those who qualify to help cover tuition.

Quick Facts

Location

Midwest

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Salukis

Nicknames

SIU, SIUC

Website

www.siuc.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$10,411

Out-of-State Tuition

$21,346

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

20,350

SIUC Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
15,980
Freshman Class
2,450
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
20,350

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
78%
Graduate
22%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
98%
Part-Time
2%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
90%
Out-of-State
10%

Gender of Students

Women
47%
Men
53%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
17%
Asian
2%
Caucasian
68%
Latino
4%
Other
9%

Students State Origin

Illinois
90%
Missouri
2%
Other
8%

International Students

International
5%
Domestic
95%