About SIU
Greatness Happens Here
SIU is where brains and heart intersect. Our beautiful campus is home to major opportunities in a number of fields. We welcome students from all walks of life from around the world and pride ourselves on inclusivity.
There truly is something for everyone. Let us show you all the amazing things we have to offer. See for yourself by scheduling a campus visit, or you can jump right in and apply now.
About SIU
What's a Saluki?
It's a dog, right? Yeah, but at SIU it's so much more. It's a mindset. Once a Saluki, always a Saluki.
Research at SIU
Ranked among the top 5 percent of all U.S. higher education institutions for research, our students are making an impact in Southern Illinois and around the globe.
Point of Pride
SIU Carbondale recently was named a Top 10 Military Friendly School among Tier 2 research institutions for 2022-23 in G.I. Jobs.com. The No. 8 composite ranking includes admissions and orientation, culture and commitment; financial aid assistance, and graduation and career ratings.
At a Glance
Total Enrollment (including part-time): 11,359
Total Full-Time Students: 8,988
Undergraduate Students (full and part-time): 8,195
Professional Practice and Graduate Students
(full and part-time): 3,164
Female Students: 52.1%
Male Students: 47.9%
Average Undergraduate Age: 23.0
Ethnic Minority Enrollment: 29.4%
Information retrieved from the Factbook 2023, Information provided by Institutional Effectiveness, Planning and Research