Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Email Format
Higher EducationIllinois, United States1001-5000 Employees
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a public higher education institution serving the St. Louis metropolitan area, with a focus on undergraduate study complemented by faculty research to create practical learning experiences and leadership development. Located in Edwardsville, Illinois, the campus covers about 2,660 acres atop bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River bottom land and sits roughly 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis; the university was founded in 1957 and offers one of the lowest tuitions among Illinois’ state universities, paired with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. SIUE targets undergraduate students and those seeking affordable, high-quality education, emphasizing close interaction with faculty across levels to support student success. It operates as a metropolitan institution within the higher education sector, supporting workforce development and the regional economy of southwestern Illinois. In 2025, Military Times named SIUE among the top colleges for veterans and military-connected students, reflecting its ongoing commitment to student support.