Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville has a 97% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
97%
Less Selective
Application Volume
8,937
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville has a 97% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville 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
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredWork Experience
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-Edwardsville. About 49% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 900 to 1,160. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 26.
SAT Scores
49% of students submitted400
1600
900 – 1160
200
800
460 – 590
200
800
440 – 570
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
20 – 26
1
36
19 – 26
1
36
17 – 26
Admission Statistics
8,937 students applied to SIUE. Of those, 97% were accepted (8,688 students). Of these 8,688 accepted students, 1,602 chose to enroll.
8,937
Total Applicants
8,688
Students Admitted
1,602
Students Enrolled
97%
Acceptance Rate