SIUE 2026-2027
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Welcome Welcome TO SIUE!
TO SIUE!
At SIUE, transfer students are a big part of our community, with 30% of new students coming from another college or university. The Admissions Office, Transfer Center, Transfer Student Orientation staff, and others are here to help you feel at home and succeed from day one. OUR STUDENTS
12,800
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students from 44 states and 75 nations
consecutive years Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
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OUR LOCATION Edwardsville/Glen Carbon is a vibrant, student-friendly community with amazing local coffee shops and restaurants, plenty of shopping, and fun things to do.
#14 Safest College Towns in America Research.com
St. Louis
SIUE
It’s just 25 minutes from SIUE to St. Louis!
ACADEMIC From the moment you step on campus, you'll be surrounded by high-quality faculty, valuable resume-building opportunities, state-of-the-art labs, and creative spaces designed to help you achieve your goals.
NATIONALLY ACCREDITED ACADEMICS Bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees • College of Arts and Sciences • School of Business • School of Dental Medicine • School of Education, Health and Human Behavior • School of Engineering • School of Nursing • School of Pharmacy • Graduate School
HONORS AT SIUE A unique SIUE experience! 2
The John Martinson Honors Program provides students with the experience of a small liberal arts college within a large and diverse state university. Students engage in a unique educational experience centered around curiosity, integrative learning, collaboration, resilience, and servant leadership.
CAREER PREPARATION
Potential employers recruited SIUE students and posted more than 7,000 jobs through the Career Development Center last year.
TRANSFER CENTER Staff are available to: • Assist with the transfer of college credit • Help transfer students navigate the transition to the University community • Connect students with support services and resources
$21.69 average hourly wage at internships and co-ops
$4.05
MILLION amount students earned last year at internships and co-ops
STUDENT University Police are seen regularly around campus and in residence halls, sometimes with our favorite furry officers, Max and Chase, SIUE’s K-9 therapy dogs. They’re always happy to stop for a hug!
Your mental health matters, and you’ll find lots of support at SIUE.
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER The Student Success Center is a bright and cheerful place to study or catch up with friends. You'll find: • Academic advising • Student Success Coaches • Free tutoring and writing support • ACCESS: Curricular and co-curricular accommodations for diverse learners
COUNSELING AND HEALTH SERVICES Offering comprehensive medical, behavioral, and wellness services • Individual and group counseling, walk-in crisis hours, 24/7 virtual mental health resources, and trained peer support educators • Health clinic and pharmacy
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LIVE WHERE UPPERCLASS LIVING OPTIONS • Cougar Village Apartments offer traditional, independent apartment-style living with the community and academic advantages of living on campus. • Evergreen Hall features hybrid suite- and apartment-style rooms in a residence hall environment.
START STRONG AND FEEL AT HOME Living on campus helps you feel at home sooner and settle in with ease. • Find community and meet your people. • Classes, dining, and campus activities are nearby. • Apply financial aid directly to housing expenses and avoid the hassles of searching for off-campus housing. 4
GETTING
Involved
Transfer students find their place by getting involved in student organizations, participating in campus events and traditions, and so much more! The Hub is the source for student programs, services, educational opportunities, and resources. • 200+ student organizations • Campus Activities Board • Student Government • Community engagement Be a regular at the Student Fitness Center. Your student fees cover your membership, so why not? SIUE is home to 11 fraternities and 10 sororities, including NPHC.
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“SIUE offers a broad range of opportunities for students looking to be creative!” Ezra Deboise Transfer student Theater and Performance major Greenville, Illinois
50+ Club Sports | NCAA Division I Athletics Ohio Valley Conference Mid-American Conference, wrestling affiliate member
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS Arts and Sciences Anthropology
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Applied Communication Studies • Corporate and Organizational Communication • Interpersonal Communication • Public Relations Art • Art Education* • Art History • Art Studio Art and Design • Ceramics • Drawing • Graphic Design • Metalsmithing • Painting • Photography/Digital Arts • Printmaking • Sculpture • Textiles Biological Sciences* • Ecology, Evolution, Conservation • Genetics and Cellular Biology • Integrative Biology • Medical Science • Medical Technology Chemistry • ACS Certified in Biochemistry • ACS Certified in Chemistry • Biochemistry • Bioprocess Chemistry • Forensics Chemistry • Medical Science • Pharmaceutical Chemistry Criminal Justice Studies Economics English* • Secondary English Language Arts Environmental Sciences • Environmental Health • Environmental Management • Environmental Toxicology
Foreign Languages and Literature • French* • German* • Spanish* Geography* History* • Applied Historical Methods International Studies • International Art, Culture and Communication • International Development and Sustainability • International Relations and Diplomacy Liberal Studies Mass Communications • Advertising and Strategic Media • Journalism • Media Production Mathematical Studies* • Actuarial Science • Applied Mathematics • Pure Mathematics • Statistics Music • Jazz Performance • Music Business • Music Education* • Music History/Literature • Music Performance • Music Theory and Composition • Musical Theater Philosophy • Law Political Science* Social Work Sociology • Diversity and Social Justice • Employment Relations Theater and Dance* • Dance • Design/Technical • Performance
Business Accountancy Business Administration • Computer Information Systems • Cybersecurity • Data Analytics • Economics • Entrepreneurship • Finance • General Business Administration • Human Resource Management • Management • Marketing • Supply Chain Management
Education, Health and Human Behavior Early Childhood Education* Elementary Education* Exercise Science Nutrition Psychology Public Health Secondary Education • Biological Sciences* • Chemistry* • English* • Geography* • History* • Mathematics* • Political Science* • Theater and Dance* Special Education* Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
*You can get your teaching license Academic program listing is current as of July 2026
Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Construction Management Cybersecurity Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Surveying and Geomatics
Nursing BS in Nursing, Traditional Accelerated BS in Nursing (2nd degree)
ACCELERATED COMBINED DEGREES Save time and money! Earn graduate-level credit for courses taken as an undergrad. • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Criminal Justice • Electrical Engineering • English • Environmental Sciences • Exercise Science • Industrial Engineering • Mass Communications • Mathematics • Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Nursing (Traditional) • Nursing (Accelerated BS in Nursing) • Nursing (Accelerated RN to BS in Nursing) • Political Science
Quality Academics
14:1 student-to-faculty ratio
20 average class size
350+ areas of study
PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISING Our pre-professional advisors will work with you to create a schedule that includes the classes you’ll need to meet the requirements for professional school. • Pre-Chiropractic • Pre-Dental • Pre-Law • Pre-Medicine • Pre-Optometry • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physician Assistant • Pre-Podiatry • Pre-Veterinary
INTEGRATIVE STUDIES Create your own program by using approved curricula or choose: • Environmental Sciences and Applied Communication Studies • Psychology and Business Administration
ONLINE BACHELOR’S DEGREES Learn in a supportive, online environment from the same high-quality faculty who are teaching on campus. • Accountancy • Applied Communication Studies, Public Relations • Business Administration • Criminal Justice Studies • Integrative Studies, Leadership in Organizations • Psychology • RN to BS Accelerated Option • General Education Pathway
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES • Dental Medicine, DMD • Pharmacy, PharmD
GRADUATE STUDIES Are you considering furthering your education and exploring graduate school? The SIUE Graduate School offers a unique and rewarding experience. Choose from 100+ degree programs.
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PAYING FOR At SIUE, you’ll get the same high-quality, accredited education as top universities, but at a price that’s much more affordable.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ATTEND SIUE? 8
Base Tuition* $9,855
Total**
Mandatory Fees* +
$3,444
=
$13,299
*Undergraduate, two semesters, 15 credit hours each. Prices reflect the academic year 2026-2027 tuition rate. Some degree programs have course-specific fees. Undergraduate majors in the Schools of Business and Engineering will be assessed a 15% differential tuition surcharge based on the in-state rate. **SIUE requires student health insurance for full-time domestic students with at least one on-ground class. Students may opt out by providing proof of health insurance coverage. Otherwise, the $2,583 Student Health Insurance Fee will be charged.
FILE THE FAFSA As soon as you can after October 1. studentaid.gov
SIUE is a smart choice for your money. • New undergraduates pay a guaranteed tuition rate for four continuous academic years. • All U.S. undergraduate and graduate students pay in-state tuition. • Textbook rental is included in student fees. Save thousands of dollars each year!
TRANSFER STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Your admission application serves as your application for these University scholarships.
Scholarship
Requirements
Amount
Duration
Cougar Pride
3.0 GPA
Up to $6,000 for transfer students
Over 2 years
3.0 GPA
Up to $4,000 for transfer students
Over 2 years
Phi Theta Kappa Member
$2,000
One-time award
Johnetta Haley Designed to support enrollment of students who are underrepresented in their anticipated field of study.
Phi Theta Kappa
3.5 GPA
Find additional scholarship opportunities: siue.academicworks.com
There are many factors that will impact your financial aid package. See what costs might look like for you: siue.edu/estimator
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YOU HAVE QUESTIONS. 1. How do I apply? Applying to SIUE is simple. To receive an admission decision, you'll need to submit: • Application for Admission: Complete the online application at siue.edu/apply/transfer. • Official College Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from every college or university you have attended. • Official High School Transcript: Submit only if you have completed fewer than 30 attempted semester hours of college coursework.
2. When can I apply?
• Application opens: August 1 • Application deadline: Two weeks prior to the first day of classes.
3. Will I be admitted? • Applicants with 30 or more attempted semester hours are eligible for admission with a minimum cumulative transfer GPA of 2.0. • Applicants with fewer than 30 attempted semester hours must also meet first-year admission requirements.
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The Transfer Center team may perform an informal and unofficial credit evaluation. An official credit evaluation is completed once an official transcript is received.
Visit siue.edu/transfer for helpful information about: • Applying for admission • Transferring credit • Transfer program guides • Transfer equivalency guides • Pathway programs
View degree program requirements and sample curriculum for all programs. siue.edu/academics
MILITARY FRIENDLY • Special tuition rate for active military, reservists, and National Guard • Additional course credit may be offered for military service
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I am incredibly involved on campus. Transferring to SIUE is genuinely one of the best decisions I've made, because I have truly found my place here! Hannah Oleson Transfer student Nursing major
TRANSFER VISIT DAYS Select Thursdays and Fridays
See how easy it is to continue your education at SIUE, find out how your credits will transfer, and gain tips for a successful transition to SIUE. Learn more and check out additional visit opportunities siue.edu/visit
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siue.edu/transfer
SIUE Transfer Admissions
Campus Box 1600 Edwardsville, IL 62026-1600 618-650-3705 or 800-447-SIUE transfer@siue.edu
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