Southern Illinois University-Carbondale — College Profile

About

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale (SIU) is a distinguished public research institution best known for its nationally ranked, hands-on programs in aviation flight and management, automotive technology, and forestry. Steeped in vibrant "Saluki" pride, the campus culture offers an active, welcoming student experience with over 200 student organizations and a strong connection to the outdoors. What truly sets SIU apart is its stunning 1,200-acre campus featuring its own lake and surrounding forest, alongside a unique commitment to providing undergraduate students with direct access to high-level, hands-on research opportunities.

Wikipedia:Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU) is a public research university in Carbondale, Illinois, United States. Chartered in 1869, SIU is the oldest and flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University system. SIU enrolls students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Originally founded as a normal college, the university today provides programs in a variety of disciplines. SIU was granted limited university status in 1943 and began offering graduate degrees in 1950. A separate campus was established in Edwardsville, Illinois, in 1957, eventually becoming Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

Location

Carbondale, IL, 62901-4512 · Town campus

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Nearest airport from college

STL · St. Louis

95 mi away

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Cost

In-state COA

$28,329

Out-of-state COA

$28,329

Avg net price

$13,297

Room & board

$12,341

In-state tuition

$13,334

Out-of-state tuition

$13,334

Books & supplies

$1,100/yr

Average net price by family income

$0–30k

$9,415

$30–48k

$8,497

$48–75k

$10,308

$75–110k

$17,724

$110k+

$23,254

Admissions

Admit rate

87%

Test policy

Test optional

SAT average

1055

Reading 470–590

Math 430–570

ACT midpoint

Composite 18–25

English 16–25

Math 17–25

SAT range (25th–75th percentile)

40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes

Graduation rate

59%

4-yr on-time completion

40%

1st-yr retention

67%

Transfer-out rate

8-year outcomes

Graduated

48%

Transferred

35%

Still enrolled

Dropped out / unknown

17%

Median earnings (6yr)

$43,087

Median earnings (10yr)

$53,390

Median debt

$21,543

Monthly loan payment

$228

Debt range (25th–75th)

$6,538–$26,500

Debt (90th percentile)

$35,500

Student Body

Men 48%Women 52%

Student : Faculty ratio

■Students ■ Faculty

Pell grant recipients

39%

First-generation

35%

Median family income

$37,454

Independent students

22%

Veterans

Avg age at entry

22.0

Part-time students

14%

Race & ethnicity

White

65%

Hispanic

10%

Black

17%

Asian

Two or more

Non-resident

Programs & Earnings

Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings

Median earnings for graduates across all programs

6 years after entry

$43,087

10 years after entry

$53,390

Air Transportation171

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas102

Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians89

Accounting and Related Services72

Psychology, General65

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods61

Criminology61

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions59

Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians57

Health and Medical Administrative Services52

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities45

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness39

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing39

Zoology/Animal Biology38

Social Work37

Computer and Information Sciences, General36

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Institutional

Endowment

$213M

Classification

R2: High Research

Undergraduate profile

Four-year, inclusive admissions

Full-time faculty

79%

Avg faculty salary

$8,501/mo

Instructional spend/student

$18,042