Prospective students and their families will learn about the endless possibilities for success during SIU’s Open House. (Photo by Erasmus Tornye)
October 29, 2026
Prospective students invited to SIU Carbondale Open House on Nov. 6
CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites high school students, prospective transfer students and their families to the next Open House from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6.
The free event, based at the Student Center, attracts hundreds of people. It includes a chance to meet with representatives of academic colleges and learn more about majors, attend the Resource Fair & Academic Showcase, and take a campus tour with a Saluki Ambassador. Participants will hear from current students and maybe even win some Saluki swag.
“There’s no better way to explore SIU than by experiencing it in person,” said Sarah Jiter, director of undergraduate admissions. “Whether visitors are coming from across the state or right here in Southern Illinois, they are often surprised by the variety of opportunities, experiences, and support available to our students.”
SIU is one of only 21 institutions in the country to be included on the Carnegie Classification of Institutions for Higher Education’s lists for Research 1 (the top tier) and Opportunity Colleges and Universities, or OCU (high access and high return on investment).
Learn more about the Open House and register on the Undergraduate Admissions website.