Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is a four-year, public school located in Carbondale, IL. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The Southern Illinois University-Carbondale's 2024 tuition & fees is $13,244 for Illinois residents and $13,244 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 92% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,767.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 11,107 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale's acceptance rate is 90.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17.00%. The median SAT scores is 1020 and the ACT socre is 24.

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale ranked 139th in National Universities and 16th in Illinois Colleges rankings. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is $13,244 for in-state students and $13,244 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $14,148 for in-state students and $31,050 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,378 for Illinois residents and $11,378 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,265 for Illinois residents and $29,020 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$13,244$13,244
Graduate$14,148$31,050
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,378$11,378
Graduate$12,265$29,020

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »90.00% Acceptance Rate / 17.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,020 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »49%
Retention Rate70%(full-time), 42% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio9.09% (11 to 1)
Student Population »11,107 (8,000 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$10,767

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Directory Information

AddressLincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901-4512
Phone618-453-2121
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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