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University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, Indiana · Public

97%acceptance rate
1030–1210SAT middle 50%
21–27ACT middle 50%
$14,066average net price, in-state

University of Southern Indiana admitted 97% of 4,843 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1030–1210 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 52% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

University of Southern Indiana’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $40, and University of Southern Indiana accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Southern Indiana’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

University of Southern Indiana doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Southern Indiana rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores
  • Recommendations

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.42 GPA.

  • 4.07%
  • 3.75–3.9923%
  • 3.50–3.7422%
  • 3.25–3.4916%
  • 3.00–3.2413%
  • 2.50–2.9916%
  • 2.00–2.493%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $24,584 in-state and $37,021 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,066 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$7,102
  • $30–48k$9,159
  • $48–75k$13,194
  • $75–110k$17,062
  • $110k+$17,421

Quick answers

What is University of Southern Indiana’s acceptance rate?

University of Southern Indiana admitted 97% of applicants: 4,679 of 4,843 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is University of Southern Indiana’s application deadline?

University of Southern Indiana 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 University of Southern Indiana?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1030 to 1210, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is University of Southern Indiana’s application fee?

The application fee is $40 for 2026–27, and University of Southern Indiana accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.

Does University of Southern Indiana have supplemental essays?

No. University of Southern Indiana doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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