Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale has a 90% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
90%
Less Selective
Application Volume
10,401
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
17%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale has a 90% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$40
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. About 36% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 910 to 1,140. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 27.
SAT Scores
36% of students submitted400
1600
910 – 1140
200
800
470 – 580
200
800
440 – 560
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
20 – 27
1
36
20 – 27
1
36
18 – 27
Admission Statistics
10,401 students applied to SIU. Of those, 90% were accepted (9,407 students). Of these 9,407 accepted students, 1,621 chose to enroll.
10,401
Total Applicants
9,407
Students Admitted
1,621
Students Enrolled
90%
Acceptance Rate