Your Chances of Getting Into Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Based on publicly available admissions data
Acceptance rate over 60%. Likely a safety or match for most applicants.
Admissions Statistics
Is Southern Illinois University-Carbondale a Reach, Target, or Safety?
With a 90.4% acceptance rate, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is likely a target or safety school for most students with competitive academic records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are my chances of getting into Southern Illinois University-Carbondale?
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale accepts 90.4% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.
What GPA do I need for Southern Illinois University-Carbondale?
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.
What SAT score do I need for Southern Illinois University-Carbondale?
The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 910 and 1140 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1140 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 20-27.