Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, Illinois · Public
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville admitted 97% of 8,937 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 900–1160 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 53% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($40 for international applicants), and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $30,246 in-state and $30,246 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,182 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s acceptance rate?
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville admitted 97% of applicants: 8,688 of 8,937 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s application deadline?
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Southern Illinois University Edwardsville?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 900 to 1160, with a median around 1030. A score at or above 1030 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s application fee?
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($40 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Southern Illinois University Edwardsville have supplemental essays?
No. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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