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University of Southern Indiana

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Evansville, Indiana 47712

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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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

Admissions

Acceptance Rate94.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1131

Reading & WritingMid: 565
510610
MathMid: 560
510610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
2228

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

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

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

71.0%

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

Incident Breakdown (2024)

9

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

4

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

11

Drug Arrests

8

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (91)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

69%

Below Average

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
10 Years$47,605

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

More About This School

Varsity Sports

BasketballBasketball 1997Cross countryBasketball ncaa

History & Fun Facts

  • History Groundbreaking ceremonies The University of Southern Indiana began as a regional campus of Indiana State University, opening on September 15, 1965.
  • Since September 1969, the university has occupied 330 acres, mostly donated by SIHE.
  • The first buildings constructed were the Science Center and the Wright Administration Building.

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)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BNA Nashville138 mi
IND Indianapolis142 mi
STL St Louis156 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA927 mi · ~26h 47m drive
New York, NY754 mi · ~21h 47m drive
Hartford, CT837 mi · ~24h 11m drive
Providence, RI901 mi · ~26h 2m drive
Albany, NY801 mi · ~23h 8m drive
Syracuse, NY699 mi · ~20h 12m drive
Rochester, NY638 mi · ~18h 26m drive
Buffalo, NY574 mi · ~16h 35m drive
Philadelphia, PA686 mi · ~19h 49m drive
Pittsburgh, PA445 mi · ~12h 51m drive
Harrisburg, PA600 mi · ~17h 20m drive
Newark, NJ746 mi · ~21h 33m drive
Washington, DC579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Baltimore, MD604 mi · ~17h 27m drive
Atlanta, GA344 mi · ~9h 56m drive
Charlotte, NC423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Raleigh, NC522 mi · ~15h 5m drive
Miami, FL950 mi · ~27h 27m drive
Orlando, FL745 mi · ~21h 31m drive
Tampa, FL755 mi · ~21h 49m drive
Nashville, TN134 mi · ~3h 52m drive
New Orleans, LA570 mi · ~16h 28m drive
Richmond, VA560 mi · ~16h 11m drive
Chicago, IL271 mi · ~7h 50m drive
Detroit, MI388 mi · ~11h 13m drive
Minneapolis, MN564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
St. Louis, MO144 mi · ~4h 10m drive
Kansas City, MO381 mi · ~11h drive
Indianapolis, IN149 mi · ~4h 18m drive
Columbus, OH287 mi · ~8h 17m drive
Cleveland, OH401 mi · ~11h 35m drive
Milwaukee, WI351 mi · ~10h 8m drive
Dallas, TX626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
Houston, TX718 mi · ~20h 45m drive
Austin, TX783 mi · ~22h 37m drive
San Antonio, TX856 mi · ~24h 44m drive
Los Angeles, CA1722 mi · ~49h 45m drive
San Francisco, CA1884 mi · ~54h 26m drive
San Diego, CA1693 mi · ~48h 55m drive
Seattle, WA1861 mi · ~53h 46m drive
Portland, OR1862 mi · ~53h 47m drive
Denver, CO938 mi · ~27h 6m drive
Phoenix, AZ1400 mi · ~40h 27m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1304 mi · ~37h 40m drive
Honolulu, HI4270 mi · ~123h 21m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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