Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville has a 98% 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
98%
Less Selective
Application Volume
9,325
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville has a 98% 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.
How to Apply to SIUE
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Apply NowTest Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. About 50% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 930 to 1,160. Additionally, about 21% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 19 to 26.
SAT Scores
50% of students submitted400
1600
930 – 1160
200
800
470 – 590
200
800
460 – 570
ACT Scores
21% of students submitted1
36
19 – 26
1
36
18 – 26
1
36
17 – 26
Admission Statistics
9,325 students applied to SIUE. Of those, 98% were accepted (9,093 students). Of these 9,093 accepted students, 1,866 chose to enroll.
9,325
Total Applicants
9,093
Students Admitted
1,866
Students Enrolled
98%
Acceptance Rate