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Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is a public institution in Carbondale with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1060, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8.1K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,390 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,177.
Established
1869
Motto
Deo Volente
Mascot
Saluki
Type
Public research university
Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
Division
Division I
90%Acceptance
1060SAT Avg
8,116Students
11:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$53,390Earnings 10yr
$16,177Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate90.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1060
Reading & WritingMid: 535
470580
MathMid: 510
440560
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 24
2027
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$13,244
Tuition (out-of-state)$13,244
Room & Board$12,114
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$29,268
Average Net Price$16,177
Median Debt at Graduation$21,543
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,928
$30–48K$12,082
$48–75K$13,206
$75–110K$22,819
$110K+$23,582
Programs (216)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,116
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%
Race & Ethnicity
White 66%
Black 17%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate56.3%
Freshman Retention68.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$43,087
8 Years$48,158
10 Years$53,390
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,000
Men
$55,200
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Source: Wikipedia