Overview
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville is an open admission public four-year institution in Edwardsville, Illinois. The school accepts most applicants who complete the application process.
Admission Guide
Apply to Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville through their online application or the Common Application, with a priority deadline of December 1 for fall admission and financial aid consideration. You can still apply after this date, but aid becomes limited and some programs may fill up.
Submit your high school transcript and either SAT or ACT scores. The university requires official test scores sent directly from testing agencies. If you completed dual enrollment or college coursework, send those transcripts as well.
Engineering programs require additional consideration beyond the general admission process. While the university admits most applicants overall, engineering spots fill quickly due to program capacity limits. Submit your application early if you plan to study mechanical, civil, electrical, or construction engineering. Computer science also has higher demand than available seats.
The School of Nursing operates on a separate, competitive admission cycle. You must complete prerequisite courses before applying to the nursing program, typically during your sophomore year. This is not direct admission from high school.
Housing applications open in October for the following fall semester. Submit your housing contract early since residence halls fill on a first-come basis. First-year students under 21 who live more than 50 miles away must live on campus unless they receive an exemption.
Plan to attend summer orientation, which is required for all new students. You register for fall classes during orientation, so attend the earliest session possible for better course selection. Transfer students with 30 or more credit hours can attend abbreviated transfer orientation sessions.
The campus sits on 2,660 acres in Edwardsville, about 20 miles from St. Louis. Most students commute rather than live on campus. Parking permits are required and cost extra, but spaces are generally available unlike many urban campuses.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $13,696/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $12,922
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $12,922
- Students Receiving Aid
- 32%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 55.0%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $56,346/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 72.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the admission requirements for Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville?
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville accepts nearly all applicants with a 97% acceptance rate. The school requires a high school diploma or equivalent and considers both SAT and ACT scores in admissions decisions.
Does Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville require SAT or ACT scores?
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville considers standardized test scores as part of the application process. Students can submit either SAT or ACT scores.
What is the application deadline for Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville?
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville operates on a rolling admissions basis for most programs. Students should check with specific departments for program-specific deadlines, particularly for nursing and engineering programs.
Can I transfer credits to Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville?
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville accepts transfer students and evaluates credits from regionally accredited institutions. Students should work with admissions counselors to determine which credits will transfer toward their specific degree program.