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Preparing to attend college is an exciting time in your life and we are pleased that you are considering Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Information on this website will assist you in making this all-important decision, whether you will be an entering freshman or a transfer student.

Last year, SIUC undergraduates received over $130 million in financial aid-grants, loans, and work-study most of it awarded on the basis of financial need.

The University is committed to meeting the demonstrated financial need of undergraduate students. We know that cost, and therefore financial assistance are sometimes crucial to the decision-making process. The staff members in the Financial Aid office want to assist you and your family in any way possible as you sort through the maze of financial aid programs and budgeting issues. To help you, look at the information we provide on our website. Also, please do not hesitate to contact us; we can be reached by phone, email, or in person. We hope you discover what we already know-SIUC is the right place for you. We look forward to welcoming you soon.