Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 91.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,020
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 900–1,140
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 23
- Total Enrollment
- 8,116
Admissions Overview
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale has open admission with a 91.5% acceptance rate. Nearly everyone who applies gets in, making this an accessible option for students who may not have stellar high school records. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 900-1140 on the SAT, though many students are admitted with scores below this range. The school welcomes students from diverse academic backgrounds, with 77.81% coming from Illinois. SIU looks for motivated students interested in hands-on learning, particularly those drawn to aviation, agriculture, engineering, or forensic science programs. The university values students who want practical experience alongside their education.