What SAT score do you need for Southern Illinois University-Carbondale?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of Southern Illinois University-Carbondale's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale SAT band
25th
900
–
75th
1,160
Median
1,055
Lower-SAT-average school (bottom quartile). Admission rate: 87%.
Peer schools at this band
Colorado Mesa University, CO
25–75:930–1,180Median:1,055
Indiana University-Northwest, IN
25–75:910–1,180Median:1,055
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.