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!
Cosmetology. One Year. Real Skills.
Love hair, beauty, and helping people feel their best? SIC’s Cosmetology program can help you complete your certificate in one year with hands-on training in a real clinic setting. Start in August!
Student Activity at SIC
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Flowering Crabapple Marks Arbor Day Tradition at SIC
Friday, April 24, 2026
Southeastern Illinois College and the Eldorado Garden Study Club continued their long-standing Arbor Day tradition this week with the planting of a flowering crabapple tree at the college’s south entrance.…
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SIC Celebrates Students, Donors, and Leadership at Honors Night
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Southeastern Illinois College recognized outstanding students, dedicated scholarship donors, and student leaders during its annual Honors Night held April 14 in the Harry L. Crisp Student Center. The event highlighted…
Read ArticleSIC to Offer Electric Vehicle Course This Summer
Friday, April 24, 2026
Southeastern Illinois College will offer a new Electric Vehicle Essentials course this summer, providing students with hands-on experience in electric vehicle technology. The course, titled Electric Vehicle Essentials (Building a…
SIC receives Can-Am Defender through statewide giveaway program
Friday, April 17, 2026
Southeastern Illinois College has received a 2026 Can-Am Defender HD11 side-by-side through the Can-Am for a Cause program, made possible by a nomination from Car Corral of Carmi. The annual…
Sabrina Stout Named SIC’s 2026 Outstanding Teacher of the Year
Friday, April 17, 2026
Southeastern Illinois College announced that Sabrina Stout has been named the recipient of the Loren P. and Velma Dallas Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award for 2026. The honor recognizes…
SIC to Host Job Fair April 8 with Dozens of Employers
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Southeastern Illinois College will host its annual Job Fair on Wednesday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Joseph Deaton Gymnasium on the Harrisburg campus, bringing together dozens…