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University of Southern Indiana

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Evansville, Indiana 47712

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

University of Southern Indiana is a public institution in Evansville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1131, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 5.3K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,605 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,621.

Established
1965
Motto
Knowledge for Life
Mascot
Archibald Eagle (Archie)
Type
Public university
Division
Division I

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95%Acceptance
1131SAT Avg
5,344Students
14:1Student:Faculty
52%Grad Rate
$47,605Earnings 10yr
$12,621Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Southern Indiana Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate94.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1131

Reading & WritingMid: 565
510610
MathMid: 560
510610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
2228

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

94.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1131

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$10,136
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,573
Room & Board$10,798
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$20,749
Average Net Price$12,621
Median Debt at Graduation$20,105
Monthly Payment (10yr)$213

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$7,102
$30–48K$9,159
$48–75K$13,194
$75–110K$17,062
$110K+$17,421

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$12,621

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

7100.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,236

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

38

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (91)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
5,344
Gender Split
63% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%

Race & Ethnicity

White 84%
Black 4%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate51.9%
Freshman Retention69.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,323
8 Years$45,868
10 Years$47,605

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$35,400
Men
$46,800

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

93Average

Estimated from IN state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Nashvillepop. 690K
134 mi(232 min)
St. Louispop. 290K
144 mi(250 min)
Indianapolispop. 880K
149 mi(258 min)

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