Industrial Engineering

Dual Diploma Program

The SIUE-ITU Dual Diploma Program, a collaborative effort between SIUE and Istanbul Technical University (ITU), offers you the opportunity to earn two bachelors of science in industrial engineering, one from each university. You can choose to extend your studies by one semester to pursue a bachelor of science in manufacturing engineering. You will spend your freshman and junior years at ITU, and study at SIUE your sophomore and senior years.

The opportunity to spend two years studying in the United States is a chance to gain a competitive advantage in the job market. In today's global economy, students who have international exposure have a significant advantage in terms of educational and life experience.

This one-of-a-kind program does more than offer you a chance to earn dual diplomas; it gives you a chance to experience a different culture and learn how things function in other countries. You will have the chance to improve everyday skills, such as language, know-how and social skills.

One year of English as a second language prepatory education is required. Students with adequate English language skills or who scored 550 or higher in TOEFL are exempt.

Testimonials:
"The engineering education I received through the Dual Diploma Program between ITU and SIUE was a very valuable experience. It leveraged my analytical and problem-solving skills while rewarding me with intellectual curiosity. It also made me see the importance of soft skills, and gave me the chance to work on them. The international exposure we had both in and out of the classroom is another strong aspect of the program that is very beneficial in today's world. I highly recommend this program to those who want to study Industrial Engineering." - Duygu Sagiroglu, 2011 graduate

"If you want to have the most amazing memories, the best education in life, the best friends and teachers; you are at the right place. I made the best decision in my life by choosing this program 5 years ago. In this program, you will have friends from all over the world, lots of fun, a lot of experiences and a really good career when you graduate." - Aysenur Dogrul, 2012 graduate

Why Study at SIUE?

SIUE's location is ideal. The 2,660-acre campus features beautiful landscapes, bike trails, canoeing, gardens and a nature preserve. You will enjoy a safe, suburban campus environment located just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, Missouri. St. Louis offers cultural events, professional opportunities and convenient travel at a major international airport. Visit explorestlouis.com to learn more about the area.

General Information

• SIUE
• SIUE School of Engineering
• Industrial Engineering Program
• Tuition & Fees (The tuition listed here is general information for international students. A discounted special tuition rate is applied to SIUE-ITU dual diploma students. Please see ITU UOLP pages for specific information on SIUE tuition http://www.uolp.itu.edu.tr/Icerik.aspx?sid=3308)
• Housing
• Student Life
• Engineering Student Services (Please contact Ms. Loen Graceson-Martin lgraces@siue.edu for program of study and course related questions.)

You will receive a significant tuition discount while studying at SIUE. The regular tuition rate for international students is 2.5 times the in-state tuition. However, dual-diploma tuition rates are assessed at a lower level which will save your family several thousands of dollars annually. SIUE awards three scholarships to incoming sophomores. The recipients of the award will pay a special tuition rate (1.2 times the in-state tuition) while studying at SIUE. Please click here to learn more about these scholarships.

**Please Contact one of our dual diploma coordinators, Dr. Sohyung Cho (scho@siue.edu) or Dr. Gaye Karacay Aydin (karacayaydin@itu.edu.tr) if you have questions about the scholarships.

Good job opportunities after graduation is another reason why our program stands out from the rest of the Industrial Engineering Programs in Turkey. Here is a short list of Companies where some of our graduates work.

• Ernst &Young, Istanbul, Transaction Advisory Services
• Philip Morris International Turkey
• Hewlett Packard, Turkey, Enterprise Service Operations
• Metro Cash and Carry, Istanbul. Internal Audit and Purchasing
• Accenture Management Consulting, Istanbul
• HAVI Global Solutions, Downers Grove, IL, USA
• Ford Otosan, Program Management 
• Koskerler Celik Halat ve Makine, Gebze Turkey
• Ford Otosan, Product Development 
• Fintek, Ziraat Finansal Teknoloji Hizmetleri
• Kuehne+Negel Logistics, Hazelwood, MO, USA

Some of our alumni Continue their education at the following Universities 

• Concordia University Montreal, Canada, Operations Research
• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign IL, College of Law
• University of Miami, Miami FL, Industrial Engineering
• Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Industrial Engineering
• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign IL, Technology Management
• Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Psychology
• Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, Industrial Administration

• King's College, London, Engineering Management

Cost of Study at SIUE

SIUE values the partnership we built with Istanbul technical University through the Dual Diploma Program in Industrial Engineering. As a result, the Board of Trustees at Southern Illinois University approved a reduced special tuition rate for the Dual Diploma students. SIUE applies 2.5 times the in-state tuition rate to all out-of-state and international students. However, the Dual Diploma students pay a reduced tuition rate of 1.8 times the in-state rate as part of the memorandum of understanding signed with Istanbul Technical University, resulting in significant savings in terms of cost of study at SIUE.

The following table summarizes the per semester cost of study for 2nd and 4th year for those Dual Diploma students starting their freshman year at Istanbul technical University in Fall 2017 and Spring 2018 Academic Year. The prospective students considering our program should use this table as a reference information for the following years. Therefore, the table should be taken as the APPROXIMATE cost of study for those students who are interested in the program. The exact cost of study at SIUE will depend on the Board of Trustees approved tuition and Fee rates when a dual diploma student starts his/her freshman year at ITU.

Dual Diploma Students Newly Entering to SIUE in Fall 2019-Spring 2020 Academic Year
SIUE Tuition and Fees, Per Semester

	Enrolled Hours	Tuition1	Fees2	Total
Dual Diploma Sophomore Fall 2019 Semester	16	$8,758	$2,691	$11,449
Dual Diploma Sophomore Spring 2020 Semester	18	$9,853	$2,898	$12,751
				$24,200
Dual Diploma Senior Fall 2019 Semester	18	$10,674	$2,898	$13,572
Dual Diploma Senior Spring 2020 Semester	18	$10,674	$2,898	$13,572
				$27,144

¹Newly entering Fall 2019 Dual Diploma students are charged hourly tuition of $547.38. As declared Engineering majors tuition differential is charged to Dual Diploma students during their senior year bringing their hourly tuition rate to $593.00.
²Student fees reflected above are effective for Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 semesters, Sophomore year for ITU students newly entering in Fall 2019.

Below Table summarizes the specifics mandatory Fees paid by all SIUE students.

What are the Mandatory Fees Per Credit (Insurance for semester)?

General Student Fee	Textbook Rental	University Center	Student-to-Student Grant	Stu. Welfare & Activity	Student Fitness	Information Technology	Stu. Success Center	Facilities	Health Insurance
$103.20	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$1,040

 Please Note that SIUE tries to reduce the cost of education by implementing textbook rental policy that saves our students about $1,000 in each academic year.

The US Federal Government requires that all international students studying in the USA must purchase a health insurance policy that covers the cost emergency care and hospitalization. Each SIUE student have free access to University Health clinic located in the Student Success Center.

Housing options and their costs can be seen using the following link https://www.siue.edu/housing/

ITU-SIUE Dual Diploma Program Application Webpage

Senior Assignment Project

Another great advantage of SIUE is the nationally recognized senior assignment project. The Senior Assignment is the culminating undergraduate experience designed by faculty in each department to integrate general education capabilities along with competencies of the major area of study.

The Association of American Colleges and Universities has heralded SIUE's Senior Assignment Program as a national model in the effectiveness of academic programs offered. U.S.News & World Report has listed SIUE in the senior capstone experience category, among such universities as Yale, Harvard, MIT and Princeton, for its comprehensive program measuring the competency of graduating seniors.

Other Opportunities

• Students who complete their BS degrees with high GPA's may pursue a master degree in Industrial Engineering through SIUE.
• Co-op and summer internship opportunities are available through SIUE for academically successful students.