SIUE 2021-22 Paying for College Brochure

2021-2022 Scholarships and Financial Aid siue.edu

Paying for College

A Valuable Education University

Base Tuition

Western Illinois University

$8,883.00

SIUE

$9,123.00

Eastern Illinois University

$9,220.50

Chicago State University

$9,360.00

Governors State University

$9,390.00

Northern Illinois University

$9,465.60

University of Illinois-Springfield

$9,502.50

SIU Carbondale

$9,637.50

University of Illinois-Chicago

$10,776.00

Illinois State University

$11,523.90

University of Illinois - Urbana/Champaign

$12,254.00

Northeastern Illinois University

$12,366.00

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Fall 2020 base tuition published on institutional websites June 2020. Does not include fees, room and board, health insurance, or living expenses.

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90%

of SIUE grads surveyed report securing a job or continuing their education within one year of graduation

Last year, employers posted

6,100+ JOBS through the SIUE Career Development Center

Last year, SIUE administered more than

$160 Million in student financial aid with an average award of

$14,099

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Paying for College The Office of Student Financial Aid will work with you to put together a combination of scholarships, grants, student loans, parent loans and student employment to help you fund your education.

Newly enrolled freshman or transfer undergraduate students pay a guaranteed tuition rate for four continuous academic years. The textbook rental program results in a significant cost savings.

U.S. Resident

One low rate for all U.S. undergraduates Tuition*

$9,123

Mandatory Fees*

$3,096

Room and Board**

$9,881

Total

$22,100

More than

75%

of the student body receives financial aid

*Undergraduate, two semesters, 15 semester hours each. Prices reflect academic year 2020-2021 base tuition rate. Undergraduate majors in the School of Engineering and the School of Business will be assessed a 15% differential tuition surcharge based upon the in-state rate. Studio and lab fees are charged in addition to tuition and fees.

Undergraduate fees include the cost of renting basic textbooks.

This program allows you to rent books instead of buying them. **Based on a shared room in a freshman residence hall, meal plan A, and includes campus housing activity fee. Visit siue.edu/housing for information regarding upperclass student housing.

Last year, SIUE awarded more than

8,000 competitive merit-based scholarships with a four-year value ranging from $8,000 to full tuition and mandatory fees.

New student estimated expenses We have estimated what it will cost to live and learn at SIUE. Estimates are for an undergraduate student who takes 15 credit hours each semester, lives on campus and has Meal Plan A. SIUE’s textbook rental program is an economical alternative to purchasing most textbooks. The rental fee is included in student fees.

Tuition and Fees Room and meal plan

$12,219 $9,881

Supplies, transportation personal items and other expenses* $4,040* Estimated cost of attendance

$26,140

*An allowance, not a billed cost

Don’t forget to budget for supplies, transportation, personal items and expenses, which are not paid directly to the University.

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What SIUE costs might look like for you There are many factors that will impact your financial aid package, such as savings, number of family members, number of students in college, and student earnings. Here are some examples of what financial aid might look like for you.

These scenarios do not include the maximum amount available from SIUE merit scholarships (see page 6), external scholarships, or student employment other than federal work study.

Lower Income Family of Four, One Child in College

Middle Income Family of Four, One Child in College

Adjusted Gross Income

Adjusted Gross Income

$11,465

Estimated Family Contribution

$0

$63,343

Estimated Family Contribution

$6,410

Federal Student Loans

$5,500

Federal Student Loans

$5,500

Federal Work Study

$3,000

Federal Work Study

$3,000

Federal Grants

$7,745

Federal Grants

State Grants

$5,340

State Grants

$1,050

SIUE Scholarships

$4,000

SIUE Scholarships

$4,000

$0

Total Aid

$25,585

Total Aid

$13,550

2020-21 Cost of Attendance

$26,140

2020-21 Cost of Attendance

$26,140

Federal PLUS Parent Loan

$12,590

Federal PLUS Parent Loan

$555

Remaining Costs

$0

Remaining Costs

$0

Middle Income Family of Four, One Child in College

Higher Income Family of Four, One Child in College

Adjusted Gross Income

Adjusted Gross Income

$47,981

$129,978

Estimated Family Contribution

$2,838

Estimated Family Contribution

Federal Student Loans

$5,500

Federal Student Loans

$5,500

Federal Work Study

$3,000

Federal Work Study

$3,000

Federal Grants

$3,345

Federal Grants

$0

State Grants

$5,340

State Grants

$0

SIUE Scholarships

$4,000

SIUE Scholarships

$26,172

$4,000

Total Aid

$21,185

Total Aid

$12,500

2020-21 Cost of Attendance

$26,140

2020-21 Cost of Attendance

$26,140

Federal PLUS Parent Loan

$13,640

Federal PLUS Parent Loan Remaining Costs

$4,955 $0

Remaining Costs

$0

These examples show costs for the 2020-2021 academic year and are for reference only. You will have to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and receive your award notice to know exactly how much aid you will receive from SIUE. Applying for scholarships may further reduce your cost.

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Affordable Excellence Compare our top graduate and undergraduate programs to other universities, and you’ll see SIUE offers the same or higher quality standards.

Accreditation

SIUE

Mizzou

Illinois State

SIUC

U of I U of I Urbana- Saint Louis Chicago Champaign University

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET): Civil Engineering ABET: Computer Science/Engineering ABET: Electrical Engineering ABET: Industrial Engineering ABET: Manufacturing Engineering ABET: Mechanical Engineering Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education Accrediting Council for Education in Journalism and Mass Communications American Art Therapy Association American Chemical Society American Council for Construction Education American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (DDS, DDM) American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation Advanced Dental Education Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International AACSB International - Accounting Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Council of Graduate Schools Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs Council on Education for Public Health Council on Social Work Education National Association of School Psychologists National Association of Schools of Art and Design National Association of Schools of Music National Association of Schools of Theatre National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Network of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration

2020-21 undergraduate tuition, fees, room and board* 4-year difference compared to SIUE* 4

$22,100 $23,290 $25,169 $25,526 $27,218 $29,114 $58,740 $4,760 $12,276 $13,704 $20,472 $28,056 $146,560

*Source: Institutional websites June 2020. Estimated costs based on in-state tuition. Does not include the cost of textbooks.

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SIUE Scholarships SIUE offers several scholarships to reward academic success and help cover the cost of your college education.

Fall entry only, unless otherwise noted

Award Amount and Criteria

Meridian Scholarship 12/1/2020 including submitting the Supplemental Profile online: siue.edu/meridian International students eligible

Admitted freshman (domestic and international): Full tuition, fees, room and board.* Freshmen with a minimum 3.5 GPA or SAT ERW + M only ≥ 1260 and/or ACT ≥ 27 will be considered.

Average Profile of Selected Scholars: 1350 SAT (ERW+M) or 30 ACT and 3.92 GPA

Cougar Pride Scholarship Freshman Deadline: 12/1/2020 Transfer Deadline: 3/1/2021 Admission application serves as scholarship application.

Admitted freshman: $16,000 over 4 years for freshmen with a minimum 3.5 GPA or SAT ERW + M only ≥ 1260 and/or ACT ≥ 27. * Admitted freshman: $12,000 over 4 years for freshmen with a minimum 3.0 GPA or SAT ERW + M only ≥ 1130 and/or ACT ≥ 23. * Admitted transfer: Up to $6,000 over 2 years for transfers with a 3.0 cumulative GPA in at least 24 semester hours in transferable coursework. *

Geographic Enhancement Opportunity (GEO) International students only Fall and spring entry

First-time, full-time admitted international freshman and transfer students with a 3.0 GPA and 72 TOEFL, or equivalent, or students who have been recognized through a competitive departmental process, are eligible for a special GEO tuition rate. GEO awardees save a minimum of $9,488 per year (based on 12 semester hours of credit). *

Johnetta Haley Scholarship Freshman Deadline: 12/1/2020 Transfer Deadline: 3/1/2021 Admission application serves as scholarship application.

Admitted freshman: Up to $8,000 over 4 years for freshmen with a minimum 3.0 GPA or SAT ERW + M only ≥ 1130 and/or ACT ≥ 23. * Admitted transfer: Up to $4,000 over 2 years for transfers with a 3.0 cumulative GPA in at least 24 semester hours in transferable coursework. * This scholarship is designed to support enrollment of students who are underrepresented in their anticipated field of study.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Transfer Deadline: 3/1/2021 Admission application serves as scholarship application.

Admitted transfer: $2,000 awarded to Phi Theta Kappa-quality transfers admitted in an undergraduate program for fall term entry only. * Students transferring from a regionally accredited institution who are members of Phi Theta Kappa with at least 24 semester hours in transferable coursework will be considered.

SIUE Grant Preferential consideration will be given to students completing the application for admission on or before 12/1/2020 and filing the FAFSA as soon as possible beginning 10/1/2020.

Admitted freshman: Up to $4,000 per academic year. * Potential for renewal is based on financial need. 2020-21 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) required. SIUE FAFSA code: 001759. Awards made to the neediest based on FAFSA results.

*As funding is available SIUE offers state and federal grants, federal loan options, and student employment to assist in providing you the most competitive financial aid package. Visit siue.edu/financial-aid. Review additional scholarship opportunities at siue.edu/scholarships.

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Academic Award Opportunity and Application Deadlines

SIUE offers a special tuition rate for active military, reservists and National Guard siue.edu/military-discount

Other scholarship opportunities University/Foundation Scholarships: A variety of scholarships are made possible by gracious gifts from alumni, faculty, staff and community supporters.

Department Scholarships: SIUE offers several academic scholarships in specific areas of study. More than 450 scholarship opportunities are available to eligible SIUE students!

For more information, and to search and apply for scholarships, please visit siue.academicworks.com.

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As soon as possible beginning October 1, complete the FAFSA online at studentaid.gov and have your processed financial aid information sent to SIUE (FAFSA code: 001759). The FAFSA can be filed using tax information from the “prior-prior” year, which means you will use 2019 income information when applying for the 2021-2022 academic year.

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Students must obtain an FSA ID for identification purposes. Visit studentaid.gov and click on “Log In” or “Create Account” then “I am the student.” Parents may be directed to do the same later in the application process. The FSA ID (a user-created username and password) allows students to electronically access personal information on Federal Student Aid websites and electronically sign not only the FAFSA but all electronic financial aid documents.

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Scholarships are awarded at the beginning of each fall semester only. To be considered for most SIUE scholarships, submit your completed admission application and all supporting documents postmarked by December 1 (freshmen) and March 1 (transfers).

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Entering freshmen only: To be considered for a Meridian Scholarship, submit the Meridian Supplemental Profile postmarked by December 1. The profile can be found at siue.edu/meridian.

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Watch your SIUE email for notification of your financial aid award from SIUE. l Freshmen: Beginning in January l Transfers: Beginning late March You may receive a request for additional information to complete the verification process.

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Once you are an enrolled SIUE student, you can check on your personal student records through CougarNet at siue.edu/cougarnet or find a student job at siue.edu/studentemployment.

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Financial Aid We know that paying for college can be stressful. Our financial aid office is ready to help you find options to finance your education and realize your dreams. We will work with you to manage college costs, regardless of your financial circumstances. SIUE offers state and federal grants, a variety of federal loan options, and student employment to assist in providing you a competitive financial aid package. It may not be easy, but consider it an investment in your future.

The first step is to complete the FAFSA. You can link from the SIUE financial aid website at siue.edu/financial-aid or directly at studentaid.gov. Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible beginning October 1.

To qualify for financial aid at SIUE, you must: l

Be admitted as a degree-seeking student

Enroll at least half-time each term (six hours for undergraduate students, five hours for most graduate students) l Maintain satisfactory academic progress l Not be in default on other student loans or owe a grant refund l

How to apply for financial aid Getting started is easier than you might think.

1. Go to the FAFSA website, studentaid.gov; click on “Log in” or “Create Account.”

2. Create an FSA ID. This will be used as your identifier and

electronic signature. A parent may also need to apply for an FSA ID. 3. Complete your FAFSA online. You will use the taxes you submitted two years ago. For example, to complete the 2021-2022 FAFSA, you will use your 2019 federal tax information. You may also use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool to enter your income information directly on the FAFSA.

SIUE FAFSA Code: 001759

Grants

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Name

Annual Amount

Eligibility Criteria

How to Apply

Basis for Award

Federal Pell Grant

$648-$6,345

U.S. citizen or permanent resident with financial need

File FAFSA online on or soon after October 1.

Need as defined in federal formula

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

$200-$1,400

U.S. citizen or permanent resident with financial need

File FAFSA online on or soon after October 1.

Need as defined in federal formula (limited funds)

Monetary Award Program (MAP)

Up to $5,340 (depending on state appropriations)

Illinois resident with financial need

File FAFSA online on or soon after October 1.

Need as defined in state formula (limited funds)

Student-to-Student Grant

Up to $1,000

Illinois resident with financial need

File FAFSA online on or soon after October 1.

Need as defined in federal formula (limited funds)

Student Loans Name

Annual Amount

Eligibility Criteria

How to Apply

Loan Terms

Federal Stafford Direct Loan

Freshman (Dependent) $5,500 max (up to $3,500 subsidized) Freshman (Independent) $9,500 max (up to $3,500 subsidized)

U.S. citizen or permanent resident

File FAFSA online

Interest rate for both subsidized and unsubsidized loans is 2.75%*

Credit-worthy parent of dependent student, or graduate student

File FAFSA online and complete PLUS application

Subsidized loans do not accrue interest as long as the student is enrolled at least half-time. Interest starts accruing as soon as the student drops below half-time.

Unsubsidized loans start accruing interest as soon as the loan is disbursed. For both the subsidized and unsubsidized loans, repayment begins six months after the student drops below half-time or leaves school.

Sophomore (Dependent) $6,500 max (up to $4,500 subsidized) Sophomore (Independent) $10,500 max (up to $4,500 subsidized) Junior/Senior (Dependent) $7,500 max (up to $5,500 subsidized) Junior/Senior (Independent) $12,500 max (up to $5,500 subsidized) Federal PLUS Loan (Parent and Graduate student loan)

Up to total cost of education less other financial aid

Interest rate 5.30%* Repayment of loan can be deferred until student has been out of school six months.

May defer payments while enrolled at least half-time.

*2020-2021 student loan interest rates. Rates may change for 2021-2022.

Student Employment Part-time employment is an easy option to help finance your education. Nearly 1,500 students work in various departments on campus and hundreds are placed in off-campus positions. If you are entering SIUE in the fall, you are eligible to begin looking for jobs around the last week of July. To learn more about student employment at SIUE or to apply for employment, use the Student Job Finder at siue.edu/studentemployment.

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