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University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN·Public·5,344 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 5,344 students.

95%
Accept
5,344
Students
$12,621
Net Price
52%
Grad Rate
$40,200
Earnings
10 yr
$13,236
Debt

About This School

University of Southern Indiana is a public institution located in Evansville, Indiana with approximately 5,344 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Southern Indiana has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 95%. The average net price after financial aid is $12,621 per year. The graduation rate is 52%, and the typical graduate earns $40,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Southern Indiana (USI) is a public university just outside of Evansville, Indiana, United States. Founded in 1965, USI enrolls 9,750 dual credit, undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students in more than 130 areas of study. USI offers programs through the College of Liberal Arts, Romain College of Business, College of Nursing and Health Professions and the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $12,621/year net price and $13,236 in median debt at graduation, the affordability is genuinely strong, making this a reasonable pick for cost-conscious students from the region. However, the 52% graduation rate and 69% freshman retention are real warning signs — nearly one in three students doesn't return after freshman year, which is worth taking seriously. If you're disciplined about finishing and comfortable with median earnings around $40,200 a decade out, this can work, but come in with a clear plan or you risk becoming part of that dropout statistic.

Founded
1965
Setting
Midsize suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions28%
Business & Marketing18%
Psychology6%
Education5%
Computer Science4%
Engineering4%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Biological Sciences3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Brad EllsworthVince Russo

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1131
Reading 75th %ile610
Math 75th %ile610

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,136
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,573
Avg Net Price
$12,621
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$13,236

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
52%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
69%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,236
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,236
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White84%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,344 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Southern Indiana

8600 University Blvd

Evansville, IN 47712

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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