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 is a doctoral research university enrolling students from all 50 states and approximately 100 countries. We offer about 100 undergraduate degrees, with more than 170 specializations, and over 100 minors. Our programs also include about 80 master’s degrees and more than 30 doctoral degrees, in addition to professional degrees in law and medicine.
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