2017-18 SIUE International Viewbook

2017-2018

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Academic excellence at an affordable cost Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a vibrant, metropolitan university that provides students with a high-quality, affordable education. SIUE’s tuition and fees are among the lowest of all four-year institutions in Illinois.

SIUE offers students a rigorous and rewarding learning environment. Our academic programs are accredited by more than 35 agencies, including ABET in engineering and computer science, and AACSB International in business and accounting.

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School of Engineering School of Business College of Arts and Sciences School of Education, Health and Human Behavior School of Nursing School of Pharmacy School of Dental Medicine Graduate School

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Baccalaureate degrees Master’s degrees Specialist degrees Doctoral degrees Cooperative doctoral programs

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have the appropriate terminal degree for their discipline

Faculty members from around the world enhance our campus with their diversity in thought, experiences and culture. Many faculty members have been nationally and internationally recognized.

Students enjoy opportunities to work alongside faculty who are conducting leading-edge research and creative activities.

Students find internships and careers with nearby St. Louis corporations such as The Boeing Company, Edward Jones, Express Scripts, Anheuser-Busch and BJC HealthCare.

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National Recognition

SIUE is a great place for every international student.

The University provides resources and opportunities for international students to get a very good career.

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Located in Edwardsville, Illinois, the SIUE campus is situated on 2,660 acres of rolling hills, woodlands and lakes.

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25 25th Safest College Town in America, SafeWise Report 2016

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Life at SIUE

I love SIUE so much!

Everyone is very friendly, and the professors are

SIUE is known for its welcoming and friendly environment. Student organizations ranging from volunteer service to intramural sports and academic study provide abundant opportunities for new students to engage with current students.

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Swetha Yathamshetti, India

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Living on campus is the best way to become involved, find support and meet friends.

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Freshmen live in suite-style units in one of three residence halls. Two persons share a room, with four persons sharing a bathroom.

Graduate students and upper-class students (sophomore and above) have two options for living on campus: Evergreen Hall and Cougar Village.

International students may prefer Cougar Village, because it offers a full kitchen to prepare meals.

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There are many ways international students can showcase their culture on campus.

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The University’s NCAA Division I men’s and women’s athletic events are free for students.

Students receive free tickets to theater productions and music concerts, dance performances and academic lectures held on campus throughout the year.

The Student Fitness Center features an indoor swimming pool, racquetball courts, weight room, aerobic exercise areas, several all-purpose courts, a rock-climbing gym and an indoor jogging track.

St. Louis, Missouri, provides many cultural and recreational opportunities.

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Areas of Study College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Anthropology Applied Communications Studies Art l Art Education l Art History l Art Studio Art and Design Biological Sciences l Ecology, Evolution, Environment l Genetics and Cellular Biology l Integrative Biology l Medical Science l Medical Technology Chemistry l ACS Certified in Chemistry l Biochemistry l Medical Science Criminal Justice Studies Earth and Space Science Education Economics English l Secondary English Language Arts Environmental Sciences l Environmental Health l Environmental Management l Environmental Toxicology Foreign Language and Literature l French l German l Spanish Geography History l Applied Historical Methods Integrative Studies International Studies Liberal Studies Mass Communications Mathematical Studies l Actuarial Science l Applied Mathematics l Pure Mathematics l Statistics Music l Jazz Performance l Music Business l Music Education l Music History/Literature l Music Performance l Music Theory and Composition l Musical Theater Philosophy l Law Physics l Astronomy l Biomedical Physics l Photonics and Laser Physics 4

siue.edu/academics/degrees-and-programs

Political Science Social Work Sociology l Diversity and Social Justice l Employment Relations Theater and Dance l Dance l Design/Technical l History/Literature/Criticism l Performance Pre-Professional Advisement Pre-Dental Pre-Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Optometry Pre-Veterinary Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Podiatry Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy Graduate Applied Communication Studies l Health Communication l Interpersonal Communication l Organizational Communication l Public Relations Art - Studio Art Therapy Counseling Biological Sciences Chemistry Creative Writing English l Literature l Teaching English as a Second Language l Teaching of Writing Environmental Science Management Environmental Sciences Geography History Integrative Studies Mathematics l Computational and Applied Mathematics l Postsecondary Mathematics Education l Pure Mathematics l Statistics and Operations Research Media Studies Music l Music Education l Music Performance Public Administration Social Work l School Social Work Sociology

Doctoral History* Environmental Resources and Policy*

School of Business Undergraduate Accountancy Business Administration l Economics l Entrepreneurship l Finance l General Business Administration l Human Resource Management l International Business l Management l Management Information Systems l Marketing Computer Management and Information Systems Economics and Finance Graduate Accountancy l Business Analytics l Taxation Business Administration l Business Analytics l Management Information Systems l Project Management Computer Management and Information Systems l Business Analytics l Project Management Economics and Finance l Business Analytics Marketing Research l Business Analytics

School of Dental Medicine Doctor of Dental Medicine

School of Education, Health and Human Behavior Undergraduate Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Exercise Science Nutrition Psychology Public Health Secondary Education Special Education Speech Pathology and Audiology

Graduate College Student Personnel Administration Curriculum and Instruction Educational Administration l Principal l Superintendent l Teacher Leader Instructional Technology Kinesiology l Exercise and Sport Psychology l Exercise Physiology l Physical Education and Coaching Pedagogy Learning, Culture and Society Literacy Education Psychology l Clinical Child and School Psychology l Clinical Psychology l Industrial-Organizational Special Education Speech-Language Pathology Doctoral Educational Leadership

School of Engineering Undergraduate Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Construction Management l Land Surveying Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Graduate Civil Engineering l Environmental Engineering/Water Resources l Geotechnical Engineering l Structural Engineering l Transportation Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering

Graduate Nursing l Family Nurse Practitioner l Health Care and Nursing Administration l Nurse Educator Doctoral Nursing Practice l Family Nurse Practitioner l Nurse Anesthesia

School of Pharmacy Graduate Pharmaceutical Sciences Doctoral Doctor of Pharmacy l Pharmacy Education l Pharmacy Pediatrics

Graduate School Graduate Healthcare Informatics Integrative Studies Create your own using approved curricula or choose: l Applied Environmental and Communication Studies l Cultural Education Advocacy l Cultural Heritage and Resources Management l Diversity Issues and Global Affairs l Engineering Management l GIS Development and Database Administration l Information Systems and Graphic Design l Marketing Communications l Media Management l Organizational Communication and Management l Organizational Thinking l Sustainability

Doctoral Computer Science* Engineering Science*

School of Nursing Undergraduate Nursing l Accelerated l Accelerated RN to BS l Traditional

* Cooperative program with Southern Illinois University Carbondale

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Support Services for International Students SIUE offers strong support for international students with admissions, immigration, academic advising, career placement and cultural integration.

International Student and Scholar Services A variety of services and programs are available to assist international students in their educational and professional objectives, including: l l l l

Visa and Immigration Process Personal and Cultural Adjustment Academic Success Employment Regulations

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The International Hospitality Program This community organization welcomes and helps international students at SIUE. Members sponsor events, picnics, dinners and holiday gatherings, and assist with temporary housing.

ESLI Program Non-native English-speaking students can study English through the ESLI Language Center located on the SIUE campus with conditional admission to an SIUE degree program. Academically eligible students may apply for conditional admission at the undergraduate or graduate level. (esli-intl.com/search/southern_illinois_university_edwardsville)

Career Development Center Students have access to internship and cooperative training opportunities at many technical, industrial and professional companies located in the metropolitan area. SIUE international students have gone on to jobs with IBM, Dell, Monsanto, Intel and Microsoft, to name a few.

Curricular Practical Training Qualified students can gain work experience through an internship, cooperative education or any other employment that is related to the student’s degree program.

Optional Practical Training The U.S. government allows international students to apply for work experience in their field of academic study. This form of employment occurs after graduation and allows work permission for 12-36 months depending upon your field of study.

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I credit the SIUE experience for helping me become a business leader.

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Faizan Mustafa, MBA/MIS ’01, CIT, Toyota Indus Motor Company Ltd, Pakistan

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I am impressed with the quality of the school and its multi-cultural environment. Everyone was supportive and welcoming, which helped make the transition easier.

Elisa Raffaele, Italy

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International Admission to SIUE Undergraduate Application Checklist o

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Review program information and requirements (siue.edu/academics) Complete the online application and pay the $40 application fee (siue.edu/apply) Request that your official transcript(s), or an attested copy, be sent directly from the registrar or principal of each secondary school attended to the SIUE Office of Admissions, 70 Hairpin Drive, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1047 or via email from the school to etranscripts@siue.edu.

Submit your IELTS or TOEFL English proficiency scores to SIUE (school code 1759).

Note: SAT/ACT scores are not required for international applicants, but national examination scores, diplomas and/or other academic credentials may be required in some instances.

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Review program information, requirements and application deadlines. (siue.edu/academics) Complete the online application and pay the $40 application fee (siue.edu/apply) Request that your official transcript(s), or an attested copy, be sent directly from the registrar of each college or university attended to SIUE Office of Admissions, 70 Hairpin Drive, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1047 or via email from the school to etranscripts@siue.edu.

Submit GRE or GMAT scores if required by your academic program.

Submit IELTS or TOEFL English proficiency scores to SIUE (school code 1759).

Submit all other documents required by the academic program, such as personal statements, resume/CV, and letters of recommendation.

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Undergraduate students transferring to SIUE from another university in the U.S., should submit an international transfer-in form along with their application (siue.edu/iss/f-1-students/transferring.shtml) All students must submit a copy of their current I-20 and a transfer-in form Applicants seeking university transfer credit for courses completed at an institution outside the U.S. should have their transcripts evaluated by an accredited service (e.g., ECE, WES).

Contact intlprog@siue.edu for more information

English Language Verification International applicants are required to demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants to an undergraduate program who hold a U.S. high school diploma and applicants to a graduate program who completed an undergraduate degree at a U.S. university are not required to provide additional documentation to demonstrate English proficiency. Official score reports must be sent directly from the testing service (ETS) to SIUE Admissions. The institutional code for SIUE is 001759. Copies of score reports must be verifiable directly from the testing service. l

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Note: Special application deadlines exist for a number of graduate programs. Official marks sheet, diploma or other academic credentials may be required in some instances.

Students can apply for on-campus jobs and work up to 20 hours per week.

To apply now, visit siue.edu/apply

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What does it Cost to Attend SIUE? SIUE offers one of the lowest tuition rates of all public universities in Illinois. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, competitive graduate awards, and a low cost of living make SIUE an affordable choice for a quality education.

Undergraduate

International Student Cost of Attendance

Graduate

Tuition

$17,544

$14,274

Fees

$2,509

$1,896

Health Insurance

$1,892

$1,892

Living Expenses (Books, housing, health insurance, etc.)

$14,098

$14,832

Total Cost Attendance

$36,043

$32,894

Tuition and fees are based on 2017-2018 rates and estimated at 12 credits per semester for undergraduate international students and 9 credits per semester for graduate international students.

Application Deadlines Fall Semester: July 15 Spring Semester: November 15 Summer Semester: April 15

Scholarships and Funding Opportunities for Undergraduate Students siue.edu/paying-for-college/scholarships-and-financial-aid Geographic Enhancement Opportunity (GEO) Scholarship l

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Visit our website:

siue.edu/internationalstudents Register for an international web chat Learn more about applying to SIUE Request information

Take a look at our campus: siue.edu/virtual-tour

Explore our areas of study:

siue.edu/academics/degrees-and-programs

Contact us:

intladm@siue.edu

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