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
With a total collection of more than 75,000 objects, University Museum’s collection starts with the birth of SIU 150 years ago. The Museum's SIU history collection includes pieces of Old Main; President Daniel B. Parkinson’s walking stick; President Delyte Morris’ Eames chair, cheerleading uniforms, yearbooks, mascot costumes and more.
At a Glance
Total Enrollment (including part-time): 14,554
Total Full-Time Students: 12,463
Undergraduate Students (full and part-time): 13,031
Professional Practice and Graduate Students
(full and part-time): 4,261
Female Students: 46.4%
Male Students: 53.4%
Average Undergraduate Age: 23.5
Ethnic Minority Enrollment: 30.72%
Information retrieved from the Factbook 2017-2018, Institutional Research and Studies