Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Evansville, Indiana |
| Online | usi.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Southern Indiana (USI) is a public institution located on a 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana, positioned in the southwestern corner of the state near the Kentucky and Illinois borders. Founded in 1965 as a regional campus of Indiana State University, USI became an independent state university in 1985 and features modern academic facilities surrounded by wooded areas and a natural trail system. The university maintains a strong focus on nursing, engineering, business, and education programs, while also housing the Indiana Manufacturing Competitiveness Center. Students primarily reside in campus housing during their first year, with options ranging from traditional residence halls to apartment-style living communities. USI competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Screaming Eagles, having transitioned from Division II in 2022.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Southern Indiana is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Southern Indiana within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#881 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#341 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#26 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#9 in Best Public Colleges in Indiana
#40 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1240 |
| ACT | 21/26 |
| GPA | 3.45 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Indiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,115 |
| Room and Board | $10,058 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,300 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,768 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,115 |
| Room and Board | $10,058 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,300 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,813 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 28% |
| Business | 19% |
| Education | 9% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024