SIUE Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 97.50%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1070. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,092
- Out-of-State Tuition: $12,092
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at SIUE:
- Total Enrollment: 11,893, including 1,999 online students
- 8,945 Undergraduate, 2,948 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.2% men, 57.8% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 57%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 23%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 76%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 127 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 18 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 52 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
SIUE Overview
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a four-year, public school located in Edwardsville, IL. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The SIUE's tuition & fees is $12,092 for Illinois residents and $12,092 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 75% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,968.
The school has a total enrollment of 11,893 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
SIUE's acceptance rate is 97.50% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.66%. The median SAT score is 1070 and the ACT score is 24.
SIUE ranked 41st in Illinois Colleges rankings. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is $12,092 for in-state students and $12,092 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,488 for in-state students and $10,488 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,159 for Illinois residents and $12,159 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,889 for Illinois residents and $10,889 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,092 | $12,092 |
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| Graduate | $10,488 | $10,488 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,159 | $12,159 |
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| Graduate | $10,889 | $10,889 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 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 SIUE
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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