About Southern Illinois
Education
Southern Illinois boasts a high-quality education from preschool to postgraduate. Our classroom sizes are small, compared to urban and suburban schools, while our University and community colleges are excellent and affordable. Southern Illinois University is recognized as a leader in aviation, automotive repair and education. Community colleges and high schools work closely with SIU to ensure an easy transition to higher education. For those who do not wish to seek a bachelor’s degree or higher, community colleges throughout the region provide the opportunity to earn an associates degree or take classes just for fun.