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Based in Edwardsville, Illinois, close to the city of St. Louis, Missouri, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a nationally recognized university that offers high-quality, cost-effective higher education with excellent scholarship opportunities. Students at SIUE receive hands-on learning that builds confidence and helps them prove their worth in the global workplace.
The university is home to nearly 13,000 students, including nearly 900 international students from more than 60 countries. Students can choose from a vast number of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including arts and sciences, engineering, business, education, health, and human behavior. The Carnegie Commission on Higher Education recently reclassified SIUE as a Doctoral/Professional University in recognition of its research programs.
According to Forbes America’s Top Colleges list, SIUE is ranked 4th among public institutions in Illinois for success after graduation and student satisfaction, among others. Its students have the advantage of internships and full-time employment with leading companies like BJC Healthcare, the Boeing Company and Express Scripts.
SIUE’s campus is located on 2,660 acres of lush campus overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River valley. International students have access to a variety of support services, including academic advising, career placement, admissions, visas, cultural integration and housing assistance.
SIUE is consistently recognized as one of the safest campuses in the country. It has established comprehensive safety protocols and employs experienced police personnel who are key in maintaining a safe campus environment.
SIUE offers numerous resources to help students start their career, including assistance with internship placement and twice-annual career fairs. In addition, the quality of an SIUE degree is recognized across the country and has allowed recent graduates to pursue doctoral degrees at such prestigious institutions as Stanford University, Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Illinois – Urbana Champaign.
The U.S. government allows international students to apply for work experience in their field of academic study. Students enjoy work permission for 12-36 months depending upon their field of study. Nearly 90% of international students who graduate from SIUE and apply for the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program secure a temporary employment position with a company in the U.S.
The SIUE campus is just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, Missouri. Students have access to internships 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, Anheuser-Busch InBev, Emerson, Dell, Nestlé Purina, Bayer, Intel and Microsoft.
“I credit the SIUE experience for helping me become a business leader.” Faizan Mustafa, MBA/MIS ’01, CIT, Toyota Indus Motor Company Ltd, Pakistan
SIUE automatically reviews all international applicants for the GEO Award which provides significant tuition savings. Over the course of an international student’s two-year graduate program, they can save an average of USD 16,000 with the GEO award. This is a reduced tuition fee awarded to students with outstanding academic achievement and is available for the entire length of a student’s academic program.
Eligible applicants must be first-time, full-time students who can prove their academic qualifications and who are applying for a master’s programme at SIUE. The GEO award is valued at USD 8,190 for each year of the 2022-2023 academic year. Scholarship students must maintain their academic achievements while holding the award and need to abide by the university’s academic policy, stated in the graduate catalog.
The GEO award results in savings of more than USD 48,000 across an international student's four-year undergraduate degree. As with the GEO award for postgraduate students, the equivalent for undergraduate students is granted on the basis of outstanding academic achievement. The award can be offered for up to eight semesters.
The GEO undergraduate award is valued at a minimum of USD 9,679 for the 2022-2023 academic year. No additional application is required, students are automatically reviewed for this award when they apply to the university.
SIUE offers an Intensive English Pathway (IEP) program that allows students to study English for one, two, or three semesters while beginning their degree coursework. The pathway is an affordable way to improve English skills, meet new friends and learn about American culture. Successful completion fulfills the English proficiency requirement of the university without additional standardized tests. siue.edu/iep. Visit the IEP website for more information.
15,20,588 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
12,86,765 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
3,64,951 Living costs Source: College Board
8,00,980 To live on campus Source: College Board
SIUE offers nationally accredited academic programs of study and affordable tuition. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, competitive graduate awards, and a low cost of living make SIUE an affordable choice for a quality education.
All new international applicants are automatically considered for the special Geographic Enhancement Opportunity (GEO) tuition rate. GEO awardees save a minimum of USD 9,679 per year, and more than USD48,000 over the course of a four-year bachelor’s degree. Students must have a cumulative average GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a ‘B’ average to qualify.
Highly qualified students may apply for the Meridian Scholarship, which offers full tuition, fees, room and board. The award covers four years of academic study. Students must have a high GPA (3.5 on a 4.0 scale) and submit a supplemental profile including a resume or CV and an essay by December 1 for admission to the Fall semester only.
Admitted international postgraduate students are automatically considered for the special Geographic Enhancement Opportunity (GEO) tuition rate. Graduate GEO awardees save a minimum of USD 8,190 per year, and an average of USD 16,000 for a master’s degree. Students must have a cumulative average GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or a ‘B’ average for their entire bachelor’s degree program to qualify.
International graduate students may also apply to their academic department for postgraduate assistantships and awards. Assistantships provide a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend to assist students with their living expenses.
Two competitive graduate fellowship awards provide a one-year tuition waiver: the Graduate Scholar Award (GSA) and the Competitive Graduate Award (CGA). Students with a specific research interest can apply for the CGA. The application deadline is January 15. Students from an underrepresented group may apply for the GSA by March 1. Additional details can be found on the admissions website.
SIUE offers students a rigorous and rewarding learning environment. Faculty members from around the world enhance the SIUE campus with their diversity in thought, experiences and culture. Many faculty members have been nationally and internationally recognized.
Each year, faculty receive grants and contracts for research, teaching and service initiatives from funding organizations such as the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, Department of Health and Human Services, and U.S. Department of Energy. Students enjoy opportunities to work alongside faculty who conduct cutting-edge research and creative activities.
Faculty teach students academic programs that are accredited by more than 35 agencies, including ABET in engineering and computer science, and AACSB International in business and accounting.
“SIUE is a great place for every international student. The university provides resources and opportunities for international students to get a very good career.” Westenior Valmera, Haiti
Study options are offered across a number of departments:
Studies in the natural sciences, humanities, arts, social sciences and communications represent the core of liberal arts education and all learning at SIUE.
The School of Business and the accountancy program are accredited by AACSB International. The Princeton Review consistently lists SIUE as a top business school. Graduates have access to an expansive business network.
Students benefit from intensive clinical instruction and a broad range of patient-care opportunities. The International Advanced Placement Program enables qualified dentists to pursue a Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree at SIUE. This degree allows the holder to take licensure examinations and to obtain a license to practice in the US.
This school prepares students in a wide range of fields including public health, exercise science, nutrition, instructional technology, psychology, speech-language pathology and audiology, educational administration, and teaching.
This school offers one of the most comprehensive and affordable engineering programs in the region with eight undergraduate degrees, five master’s degrees and two doctoral programs, all housed in a state-of-the-art facility.
The School of Nursing is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Students learn in active classroom settings, a high-tech simulation lab and a broad range of clinical settings.
Students enjoy a unique combination of classroom education, research, community service and patient care. Students apply their skills and gain valuable experience at more than 200 pharmacy partner locations.
SIUE is committed to safety and has invested in technology, such as the Rave Guardian app, to maintain a secure campus. SIUE police officers are academy trained and engaged in a Community Policing program. Under the SIUE Campus Violence Prevention Plan, there are more than 80 emergency phones on campus.
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