Shaping the future through learning and innovation

Dr. Ronald S. Rochon, Provost

Dr. Michael Dixon, Associate Dean of Liberal Arts & Professor of

History

Dr. Kent Scheller, Professor of Physics

Dr. Xinran Hu, Associate Professor of Graphic Design

Ms. Heidi Gregori-Gahan, Assistant Provost for International

Programs

Ms. Valerie Allen, Coordinator of International Admissions

Introductions

Comprehensive public university offering a wide range

of undergraduate and graduate degree programs

More than 80 major fields within the colleges of

Business

Science, Engineering, and Education

Nursing and Health Professions

Liberal Arts

Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges

and Secondary Schools (NCA); all professional programs

have achieved professional accreditation.

Excellence through

Innovation and Engagement

Academic excellence

Caring and highly qualified faculty and staff

Course are taught by experienced, dedicated teaching

faculty—never graduate students or teaching assistants.

Small, interactive classes (average size is 25)

Distinctive Intensive English program offers conditional

admission without TOEFL/IELTS for undergraduates

Excellence through

Innovation and Engagement

Carnegie Foundation classification of

Community Engagement (1% of US institutions):

USI students earn a college degree that includes workplace

experience;

Students acquire hands-on experience with advanced technology

and laboratory facilities;

Students have the chance to participate in academic research

projects, with the guidance of knowledgeable faculty;

Students get extensive practical experience via internships,

community service programs and study abroad opportunities.

An engaged community

Excellence through

Innovation and Engagement

A safe, friendly campus located in the American heartland

Modern facilities on a beautiful 1,400-acre wooded campus

An engaged community

International Students

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Business Nursing & HealthProfessions

Science, Engr &Educ

Liberal Arts Undecided Intensive EnglishOnly

Fall 2011 93 26 36 34 4 8

Fall 2012 111 33 49 28 1 31

Fall 2015 87 25 59 25 3 5

Fall 2016 79 30 55 37 4 9

International Enrollment by College

Romain College of Business

Bachelor Degrees

Accounting and Professional

Services

Business Administration

Entrepreneurship/Small

Business

International Business

Computer Information Systems

Computer Sciences

Economics

Finance

Management

Human Resource Management

Innovation Management

Marketing

Master Degrees

Business Administration

Romain College of Business

Pott College of Science,

Engineering and Education

Bachelor Degrees

Advanced Manufacturing

Biochemistry

Biology

Biophysics

Chemistry

Early Childhood Education

Elementary Education

Engineering

Civil Engineering

Electrical and Computer

Engineering

Industrial Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Environmental Science

Exercise Science

Geology

Pott College of Science,

Engineering and Education

Bachelor Degrees

Industrial Supervision

Kinesiology

Mathematics

Actuarial Science

Physics

Science Teaching

Special Education

Sport Management

Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Chiropractic

Pre-Dentistry

Pre-Forestry

Pre-Medical Technology

Pre-Medicine

Pre-Occupational Therapy

Pre-Optometry

Pre-Pharmacy

Pre-Physical Therapy

Pre-Physician Assistant

Pre-Podiatry

Pre-Veterinary

Pre-Wildlife Biology

Pre-Zoology

Pott College of Science,

Engineering and Education

Master Degrees

Education

Industrial Management

Sport Management

Pott College of Science,

Engineering and Education

Applied Engineering Center

College of Nursing and Health

Professions

Bachelor Degrees

Dental Hygiene

Food and Nutrition

Health Services

Nursing

Radiologic Imaging Sciences

Respiratory Therapy

Accelerated Programs

Master in Health

Administration 4+1 Option

Master Degrees

Health Administration

Occupational Therapy

Nursing (online program)

Doctorate Nursing Practice

(online program)

College of Nursing and Health

Professions

College of Liberal Arts

Anthropology

Art

Communication Studies

Criminal Justice

English

French

German

History

International Studies

Journalism

Philosophy

Political Science

Psychology

Public Relations and

Advertising

Radio and Television

Social Work

Sociology

Spanish

Theatre Arts

College of Liberal Arts Bachelor Degrees

Communication

English

Liberal Studies

Public Administration

Second Language

Acquisition, Policy and

Culture

Social Work

College of Liberal Arts Master Degrees

US Higher Education

Undergraduate Degree Programs

Core =39 hours

Provides a common foundation for all undergraduate students

Major courses

Required courses specified by academic program

Elective courses

Students choose from among a variety of course options determined by academic program.

Located in the Southwestern tip of Indiana on the banks of the

Ohio River

Indiana’s 3rd largest city

About Evansville

Designated an “All American City”

Rated one of the 25 safest cities

in the U.S.

Comfortable size of 130,000

About Evansville

Four Distinct Seasons

Modern, convenient housing available on campus in

apartments and residence halls

Over 140 campus organizations

NCAA Division II men’s and women’s sports teams

Affordable tuition and cost of living

The Student Experience

Affordable Excellence

Estimated Expenses for 2017-2018 Full Academic Year (2 semesters) IEP 1 8-week session

Undergraduate IEP 4 Sessions IEP One 8 week

Tuition $18,509 $11,800 $2,950

Fees $450 $450 $450

Room & Meals $8,873 $8,873 $2,010

Other (insurance, personal expenses, etc.)

$3,689 $3,593 $1,012

TOTAL $31,521 $24,716 $6,422

NOTE: Add $3,000 per dependent if you plan to bring your spouse or children with you

Affordable Excellence

Estimated Expenses for 2016-2017 Full Academic Year (2 semesters)

Graduate MA/MS

Tuition $12,705

Fees $534

Room & Meals $8,532

Other (insurance, personal expenses, etc.)

$4,013

TOTAL $25,784

NOTE: Add $3,000 per dependent.

Comprehensive support services designed to help

students succeed, including:

Intensive English Program

Center for International Programs- Orientation

- Host Family Program

- Global Engagement Program

- Conversation Circles

- Cultural programs and trips

Academic Adviser and Advising Center

Academic Skills

Career Services and Internships

The Student Experience

International Enrollment

10%

23%

7%

16%

41%

3%

FALL 2016

Africa Asia Central & South America Europe Middle East North America & Caribbean

Campus Life

Campus Life

Campus Life

Apply online https://apply.usi.edu

Create an account

Select either Undergraduate or Non-Degree Application

TIP: If you want to do the Intensive English Program

and a bachelor’s degree, select the Undergraduate

application

Application fee of $40 paid online by credit card

Application Process

Undergraduate & Intensive English

You must submit transcripts for every school you have

attended since high school, even if you want to start over

Official, original transcripts and degree certificate/diploma

(if applicable)

Must be issued by the school and arrive in a sealed

envelope

If issued in a language other than English, must be

submitted with a translation to English.

If from a U.S. or Canada school, the transcript must be

sent directly from the school to USI

Supporting Documents -Transcripts

IMPORTANT: If you are currently enrolled at another

university, don't send your transcript until you have grades

for everything except your final term.

TRANSFER APPLICANTS FROM CHINESE

UNIVERSITIES: Please arrange for a verification report of

your university transcript with the China Academic Degree

and Graduate Education Development Center (CDGDC) or

the China Higher Education Student Information & Career

Center (CHESICC). The report must be mailed directly to

USI Admissions by the CDGDC or CHESICC.

Supporting Documents -Transcripts

SAT or ACT is required only if

You are in high school or graduated high school within

the last 3 years and have less than 24 university

credits AND

Your high school is in the U.S. or you are a native

English speaker

Supporting Documents – Test Scores

English Proficiency exams – required only if you do not

want to start your studies in our Intensive English Program

If you do not want to do the Intensive English Program,

then you must meet one of the following

TOEFL – IBT 71

IELTS – 6.0

Cambridge English: Advanced – grade C

ELS – Level 112 completed

Supporting Documents – Test Scores

Copy of your passport identification page (and any

dependents you plan to bring with you)

If you are already in the U.S., a copy of your current

U.S. visa

Proof of finances for one year of study for your student

visa

Supporting Documents- Immigration

Students must complete a separate scholarship application after submitting

the application for admission to the USI.

International Merit Scholarships: $500-$3,000 per year

Global Leader Scholarships: In-State Tuition Waiver (approximately

$9,500 per year)

Global Ambassador Scholarships: Provide tuition, room and board on

campus for students who are enrolled in a degree program

Randall L. Haaff International Student Scholarship: $500 per year for

up to 4 years for high achieving student

Intensive English Program Top Achiever: One-time $500 scholarship to

a student completing level 6 of the IEP and continuing into a bachelor’s

degree program

International Scholarships

Students must first apply to USI

Be a freshman

Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.25 on a 4 point

scale or higher

Have or plan to have a non-immigrant visa (i.e. a F-1 or J-1

student visa)

Complete the International Student Scholarship application

by March 1, 2018 for fall 2018 entry

Eligibility Requirements

Student Information

Qualifications and Involvement

Extracurricular activities, clubs, other interests

Student Application Reference Form (completed by reference)

1 Letter of Recommendation

2 Essay Questions

Scholarship Application

Components

Tell us about yourself and why you deserve to be a

scholarship recipient.

What are your extracurricular activities

What does it mean to you to be a global ambassador and how do

you plan to serve as the best ambassador possible

How would the scholarship make a difference in your life

Why do you want to study in the U.S. and at the University of

Southern Indiana

Pick a good person to write your reference letter.

Scholarship Application Tips

Contact

Valerie Allen, International

Admissions Coordinator

i.apply@usi.edu

Phone: Admissions 812-464-1768

usi.edu/iapply

Intensive English: usi.edu/iep

Connect with USIhttps://www.usi.edu/international/recruitment-resources/