Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

About the university

Established in 1957, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a least selective non-profit public institution located in Edwardsville, Illinois, with branch campuses in Alton, East St. Louis, Carbondale, and Springfield. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, SIUE has a large enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students and offers bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees in various fields of study. Operating with a highly inclusive acceptance rate of 90-99%, SIUE has a least selective admission policy that considers entrance exams and academic records. International students are encouraged to apply for enrollment, and the institution provides academic and non-academic resources such as libraries, housing, sports facilities, financial aid, scholarships, study abroad programs, online courses, and administrative services to support its student body.