Institutional Effectiveness, Planning and Research
SIU embraces a unique tradition of access and opportunity, inclusive excellence, innovation in research and creativity, and outstanding teaching focused on nurturing student success. As a nationally ranked public research university and regional economic catalyst, we create and exchange knowledge to shape future leaders, improve our communities, and transform lives.
We have a host of resources and data throughout this site, and if you have any questions, please reach out to us!
Interactive Fact Book
Southern Illinois University's Interactive Fact Book provides institutional data pertaining to students enrolled at SIU, as well as the faculty and staff who work here.
Requests for Information Services
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Planning and Research provides institutional information on our website.
The information requested may take from a few days to several weeks to complete, depending on the complexity of the request, the availability of information, and the workload of our staff at the time of the request. Please provide as much notice as possible when submitting a request. An Institutional Research staff member may contact you to discuss your request in more detail.
Accreditations
Southern Illinois University Carbondale's programs or units are accredited by a diverse group of accrediting agencies. Accreditation provides assurance to the public, in particular to prospective students, that a program has been found to meet the agency's clearly stated requirements and criteria and that there are reasonable grounds for believing that it will continue to meet them. The process of accreditation provides an opportunity for critical self-analysis leading to improvement in quality and for consultation and advice from persons from other institutions. (Source: The Higher Learning Commission)
A full list of SIU Carbondale's accreditations as maintained by the Office of the Associate Provost for Academic Programs may be viewed at the link provided below. Any questions regarding SIU Carbondale's accreditations may be directed to the Office of the Associate Provost for Academic Programs at (618) 453-7653.
Common Data Set
The Common Data Set (CDS) initiative is a collaborative effort among data providers in the higher education community and publishers as represented by the College Board, Peterson's-Thompson Learning, and U.S. News & World Report. The CDS is a collection of standard data items and definitions that are utilized by the higher education community and publishers. The combined goal of this collaboration is to improve the quality and accuracy of information provided to all involved in a student's transition into higher education, as well as to reduce the reporting burden on data providers.
Peer Information
Peer classification definitions:
(a) 2025 Peers
(b) Illinois Public University: All public universities in Illinois used to make cost comparisons.
2025 Peers
List of all peer univerities.
| Unit ID | State | Institutions | Fice Code | Affiliation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 176372 | MS | University of Southern Mississippi | 2441 | Public |
| 198464 | NC | East Carolina University | 2923 | Public |
| 200280 | ND | University of North Dakota - Main Campus | 3005 | Public |
| 200332 | ND | North Dakota State University - Main Campus | 2997 | Public |
| 206084 | OH | University of Toledo | 3131 | Public |
| 199148 | NC | The University of North Carolina at Greensboro | 2976 | Public |
| 161253 | ME | University of Maine | 3863 | Public |
Illinois Public Institutions
List of Illinois Public Institutions
| Unit ID | State | Institutions | Fice Code | Affiliation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 149772 | IL | Western Illinois University | 1780 | Public |
| 149231 | IL | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | 1759 | Public |
| 149222 | IL | Southern Illinois University Carbondale | 1758 | Public |
| 148654 | IL | University of Illinois-Springfield | 9333 | Public |
| 147776 | IL | Northeastern Illinois University | 1693 | Public |
| 147703 | IL | Northern Illinois University | 1737 | Public |
| 145813 | IL | Illinois State University | 1692 | Public |
| 145637 | IL | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 1775 | Public |
| 145600 | IL | University of Illinois at Chicago | 1776 | Public |
| 145336 | IL | Governors State University | 9145 | Public |
| 144892 | IL | Eastern Illinois University | 1674 | Public |
| 144005 | IL | Chicago State University | 1694 | Public |