At Southeastern Illinois College, we give you the tools you need to succeed.
Why spend thousands on a university or for-profit trade school? What are you really paying for? At Southeastern Illinois College, the value is clear: a no-nonsense, personalized education at a fraction of the cost. You can take the money you save and the credits you earn and go get your bachelor's degree at another institution. Or jump right into the workforce. You'll be ready for it.
SIC is the next step in your education. It just makes sense.
Why spend thousands on a university or for-profit trade school? What are you really paying for? At Southeastern Illinois College, the value is clear: a no-nonsense, personalized education at a fraction of the cost. You can take the money you save and the credits you earn and go get your bachelor's degree at another institution. Or jump right into the workforce. You'll be ready for it.
SIC is the next step in your education. It just makes sense.
Why Choose SIC?
Affordability
At just $110 per credit hour, you could save over $40,000 in overall college costs!
Small Class Sizes
Get more opportunities for individual attention with our small class sizes.
Easy to Transfer
Our advisors will help guide you through the process of transferring to a university.
Succeed.
Take traditional daytime classes in Harrisburg or Carmi, online classes, night classes, dual credit or early college classes. Tutoring and TRIO services are available to give you extra help for success, along with the new SIC Learning Commons!
Inspire.
Small classes and innovative labs led by caring, highly qualified faculty means more opportunities for hands-on learning and engaging discussion.
Connect.
The variety of clubs, organizations and teams available to students means there’s something for everyone! Get involved and meet other students from around the region and even the world!

SIC Welding Student Wins First Place at Regional Competition
Friday, March 21, 2025
Southeastern Illinois College welding student Jaxen Simmons, a dual credit student from Norris City Omaha Enfield High School, took first place in the student division at the 2025 Welding Competition…
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Coming Together for a Common Cause: Southern Illinois Community College Presidents Meet with Senators Dale Fowler and Terri Bryant to Discuss Community College Issues
Friday, March 21, 2025
Earlier this month, John A. Logan College President Dr. Kirk Overstreet, Kaskaskia College President Dr. George Evans, and Southeastern Illinois College President Dr. Karen Weiss gathered at John A. Logan…
Read ArticleCarmi High School Dual Credit Students Tour Elastec Facility
Friday, March 7, 2025
Carmi-White County High School students enrolled in Southeastern Illinois College’s dual credit Introduction to Agriscience class recently toured Elastec, a leading environmental solutions company based in Carmi, Illinois. The class,…
Forensic Falcons Soar to Victory at State
Thursday, March 6, 2025
The Southeastern Illinois College Forensic Falcons finished in first place at the IIFA-IL State championship held Feb. 28 through March 1 at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois. The Falcons…
SIC Earns 15th Model Illinois Government Championship, Completing Another Three-Peat
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Southeastern Illinois College has etched its name into the record book by capturing its third consecutive Model Illinois Government (MIG) championship when it was named, “Outstanding Large Delegation” on Sunday.…
DUELING PIANOS EVENT HITS HIGH NOTE, RAISING OVER $25K FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND HOSPITAL RECOVERY
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Concert for a Cause: Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos event, held at Southeastern Illinois College’s Deaton Gymnasium and co-hosted by Ferrell Hospital, was once again a resounding success, raising…