Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Carbondale, Illinois |
| Online | siuc.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Carbondale, Illinois, Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 6,987 prospective students applied, and 6,648 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,422 enrolled in the school. 8,637 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,629 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $9,638 plus fees of $5,602. Southern Illinois University is ranked 382 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Southern Illinois University is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Southern Illinois University Carbondale within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#382 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#121 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Illinois
#177 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1160 |
| ACT | 20/28 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $5,602 |
| Room and Board | $10,622 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,941 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,903 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $5,602 |
| Room and Board | $10,622 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,941 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,903 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Business | 10% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Engineering Technology | 7% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=149222 IPEDS survey data for Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Current students may use the Southern Illinois University Carbondale GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.