| VU | vs. | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale |
|---|---|---|
| Valparaiso, Indiana | Location | Carbondale, Illinois |
| Four-years, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Doctoral / Research University | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
| $46,588 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$13,244
Out-Of-State$13,244 |
| 97% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 92% |
| $40,463 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,767 |
| 91.99 % | Acceptance Rates | 90.00 % |
| 11.01 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 17.00 % |
| 1,200 | SAT Score | 1,020 |
| 29 | ACT Score | 24 |
| 69 % | Graduation Rate | 49 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 77 % | Retention Rate | 70 % |
| 2,958 | Student Population | 11,107 |
| 242 | Number of Faculties | 973 |
| 11 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |