Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is home to nearly 400 international students from more than 51 nations. Students choose SIUE for many reasons. Here are a few to consider:

Top-Ranked

U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges of 2018 lists SIUE among the best Regional Universities Midwest for the 14th consecutive year and among the top 15 public universities in that category. The overall scores are based on the reputation of SIUE in higher education, graduate and retention rates, faculty resources, student selectivity, financial resources, and alumni giving. SIUE is also rated among the top Midwest Regionals for least amount of student debt upon graduation. 

Accredited

SIUE holds the same accreditation as many of the nation’s most prestigious schools, but we charge significantly less for tuition. SIUE is accredited by over 35 accrediting agencies. Our School of Business holds the prestigious AACSB International accreditation. Only five percent of worldwide business schools achieve this level of accreditation. Our School of Engineering maintains accreditation from ABET—the same standards used at MIT, Stanford and other top engineering schools.

Affordable

SIUE offers one of the lowest tuition rates of all public universities in Illinois, making it an affordable choice for a quality education. SIUE international students are eligible for the Geographic Enhancement Opportunity (GEO) tuition rate to provide financial assistance for those who qualify.

Safe Campus

We focus on our students’ safety, so you can focus on your education. SIUE invests in technology such as the Rave Guardian app and our e-Lert text messaging service to keep students safe and informed at all times. We employ academy-trained law enforcement officers, and the campus is equipped with outdoor emergency telephones, so help is always nearby.

Beautiful Location

SIUE boasts a friendly, safe and beautiful campus with close proximity to the active city of St. Louis. The 2,660-acre campus features beautiful landscapes, bike trails, canoeing and gardens. Students enjoy a safe, suburban campus environment with easy access to the St. Louis area’s many technical, industrial and professional companies, as well as an international airport – making SIUE’s location ideal for educational and professional success.

International Student Support Services

SIUE is known for its welcoming and friendly environment and offers strong support for international students with admissions, immigration, academic advising, career placement and cultural integration. SIUE helps students prepare for their journey to campus, and we continue to support students when they arrive. 

Career and Work Authorization Advisement

SIUE students have access to internship and cooperative training opportunities at the many technical, industrial and professional companies located in the metropolitan area. This hands-on experience translates into career success. SIUE international students have gone on to jobs with IBM, Dell, Monsanto, Intel and Microsoft, to name a few.  SIUE will help you reach your career goals. SIUE assists with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT), connecting international students to employment related to their field of study.

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