Record growth continues in USI graduate enrollment

For the seventh consecutive semester, the University of Southern Indiana has seen record-setting growth in its graduate enrollment. At 1,537, graduate student numbers are up 6.1% from last year, much of which can be attributed to the continued success of The Romain College of Business' online MBA program. USI currently offers a total of 13 master's programs and two doctoral programs.

"Our graduate programs, including our highly-successful MBA program, are prime examples of how we are innovating to meet the needs of our community, the region and beyond," said Dr. Ronald S. Rochon, USI president. "A dual AACSB accreditation in business and accounting places our business college in an elite category shared by less than 2% of business schools worldwide. That's a distinction that highlights the quality of the academic offerings we provide."

USI also welcomes the most academically well-prepared freshman class in its history. These 1,585 first-time-in-college students boast an average 3.44 GPA on a 4.0 high school scale. "USI has become a campus of choice for students who have high academic standards and goals," said Rochon. "We focus on providing a high-quality education in an environment that is nurturing and prepares our students for all aspects of their lives." The University has seen sustained growth in four-, five- and six-year graduation rates, another indicator of student quality and success.

In a highly competitive marketplace, overall USI enrollment for the 2019 fall semester, at 10,734, is down by 2.6% from 2018. This includes students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs and 2,044 students enrolled in dual credit including USI's College Achievement Program (CAP) in 27 high schools across Indiana. CAP continues to be an important tool in enabling many students to graduate college in four years or less. Transfer enrollment stands at 509 students in 2019, compared to 519 in 2018.

Students at USI represent 91 Indiana counties, 42 states and 69 countries. In-state students make up 80% of the student body, while out-of-state enrollment, including international students make up 20%. Minority and international students are at a record high at 15.4%.