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Higher Ed in the Evansville Region

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Fall is here, and high school seniors are feeling the crisp crunch of decision season.

Campus tours, college fairs, and late-night application essays all stack up this time of year, and the pressure to choose the right fit can feel overwhelming. 

The good news? Whether you’re dreaming of a bustling public university with Division I athletics, a cozy private campus where professors know you by name, or an affordable community college with career-ready programs, you’ll find it right here in the Evansville Region.

In other words, consider this season a harvest of higher-ed options ready for the picking. And the best part: no matter which branch you climb onto, you’ll still be rooted in a region that values opportunity, community, and growth. 

 
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University of Southern Indiana (USI)

  • Size: ~9,000 students, 130+ areas of study
  • Popular Majors: Nursing, Business, Engineering, Education, Health Professions
  • What Students Love: Accessible professors, hands-on learning, and school spirit (USI recently moved to NCAA Division I athletics 🏀)
  • What Makes It Unique: Top 5% NCLEX pass rate for nursing grads, a 1,400-acre campus, and a strong commitment to regional engagement

Learn more about USI

 

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University of Evansville (UE)

  • Size: ~2,100 students; average class size ~15
  • Popular Majors: Nursing, Engineering, Business, Theatre, Physical Therapy
  • What Students Love: A close-knit campus, easy access to professors, and vibrant student life with 150+ clubs and organizations
  • What Makes It Unique: Owns Harlaxton College in England (a study abroad campus), liberal arts foundation, and strong professional program accreditations

Learn more about UE.

 

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Oakland City University (OCU)

  • Size: ~650 students, small campus community
  • Popular Majors: Liberal Arts & Humanities, Education, Business, Criminal Justice, Psychology
  • What Students Love: Personalized attention, faith-based community, and strong faculty-student relationships
  • What Makes It Unique: The only General Baptist university in the U.S., ranked nationally for social mobility, with a strong mission-driven focus

Learn more about Oakland City University

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Ivy Tech Community College – Evansville  

  • Size: ~4,400 students (largest community college system in the U.S.)
  • Popular Programs: Health Sciences, Business, Technical Trades, IT, Transfer Programs
  • What Students Love: Affordable tuition, flexible class options, frequent start dates, and strong employer partnerships
  • What Makes It Unique: High transfer rates to four-year universities, strong support for military students, and a hub for workforce training and apprenticeships

Learn more about Ivy Tech - Evansville Campus

Pop Quiz: 

Whether you’re looking for hands-on technical training, a Division I university experience, or a personalized small-campus feel, you will find an option here.

🎓 USI delivers the classic public university experience with top nursing and business programs.

🎭 UE offers world-class study abroad and a vibrant liberal arts foundation.

🙏 OCU blends mission-driven learning with a supportive, faith-based environment.

⚙️ Ivy Tech opens doors with affordable, flexible programs and strong career pathways.

No matter which path students choose, higher education here is all about opportunity and preparing for the future in a community that values connection. 

 

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