Public and Private Colleges in Evansville Indiana
The University of Evansville is a private liberal arts college in Evansville Indiana with an enrollment of about 2,500 students and more than 90 majors. The university is classified as a Doctoral Professional University by Carnegie and is noted for its strong programs in nursing, business, and engineering technology Forbes.
University of Southern Indiana is a public university in Evansville Indiana with enrollment around 10,000 students and more than 120 undergraduate and graduate programs. USI is classified as a Doctoral University with High Research Activity and is known for its business, education, and health sciences colleges USI.
Community Colleges and Technical Programs
Vincennes University operates a campus in Evansville Indiana offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways in fields such as business, IT, and advanced manufacturing. Ivy Tech Community College also serves the Evansville area with programs in healthcare, logistics, and skilled trades.
Harrison College had a campus in Evansville Indiana focused on business, healthcare, and technology programs before it closed most locations Harrison College. Students seeking technical training now often use USI and Ivy Tech for short-term credentials and workforce programs.
Admissions, Costs, and Outcomes
University of Evansville reports an acceptance rate near 88 percent, average freshman retention above 80 percent, and a four year graduation rate around 55 percent U.S. News. Average undergraduate tuition and fees are roughly 30,000 dollars per year, and the university reports strong graduate outcomes in business and healthcare.
University of Southern Indiana reports an acceptance rate near 94 percent and an average freshman retention rate above 80 percent U.S. News. Average in state tuition and fees are about 8,000 dollars per year, and USI reports that more than 90 percent of graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months.