Bradley University

The number of international students enrolling in academic programmes at Bradley University is significantly rising. Bradley has 197 F-1 student visa holders enrolled for the 2021–2022 academic year. In contrast, Bradley had enrolled 75 overseas students on average each academic year during the previous five years (before to the epidemic).

At all levels (transfer, first year, undergraduate, and graduate), there has been a considerable increase in the number of overseas applicants; this academic year has seen three times as many as last year. Bradley University consists of International students from more than 30 countries. Bradley has been recognised as one of the top Illinois university as per World Rankings.

As per the University's official website, for the fifth consecutive year, Bradley University has been named by the Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education as the best university in Illinois and among the top 25 private universities in the country for student engagement in its rankings of colleges for 2021. In the 2021 edition of U.S. News and World Report's annual America's Best Colleges rankings for Midwest Regional Universities, Bradley University continues to be ranked first in Illinois.

The Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology is listed in the guide's top 35 undergraduate engineering programmes nationwide for institutions that offer non-doctoral degrees, in addition to being named one of the Best Regional Universities in the Midwest and tied for second place overall. Bradley tied for third place for most innovative school, was ranked top five for best value, and was tenth for undergraduate teaching.

Application Requirements for MBA at Bradley University -

With an undergraduate degree and an average of four years of professional experience, the majority of Bradley's MBA students are working professionals. Students bring their knowledge from a variety of academic fields and business experiences to the table. Please consult the Graduate School catalogue for the most recent admissions details.

Candidates must provide the following documents with their completed application in order to be considered for the MBA programme:

1) Essay 
2) Application fee of $40 (non-refundable) ($50 for applicants from outside the U.S.)
3) official transcripts from universities where student has completed his/her degrees
4) Two the latest letters of recommendation
5) Results of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
6) the latest resume
7) Results of the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) (if English is not your native language)

Your employer must be Bradley University in order for your work to count as on-campus employment. Although Bradley offers a variety of on-campus employment options, there is no assurance that you will find a job in your first semester itself. Every August, the Smith Career Centre organizes a Part-time Employment Expo where you can network with businesses wanting to fill part-time positions. Keep in mind that some on-campus jobs might require "work-study eligibility, " which does not apply to overseas students.

Visit the Human Resources (HR) office or the "Student Worker" section of the HR website for assistance with finding a part-time work on campus. 

Eligibility
1) As long as all employee onboarding procedures are followed, you can begin working on campus during your first semester. The HR department will provide you a work permit after your onboarding is over.
2) During the semester, you are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week.
3) During winter and summer breaks, you are permitted to work up to 40 hours each week.
4) Bradley must be your employer and issue your paycheck
5) The Human Resources Office must receive all employee paperwork that you need to complete.
6) After receiving a job offer, if you do not already have a Social Security number, you must apply for one.

Bradley University campus is spread over an area of 84 acres. It offers housing facilities to the students. The students are provided with all the facilities required at the campus. They experience a calm learning environment. The campus features the College of Education & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, College of Engineering & Technology, Foster College of Business and College of Communications & Fine Arts.

There are a total of six residence halls, namely Harper Hall, Geisert Hall, Williams Hall, Wyckoff Hall, Heitz Hall and Bradley Hall which was among the first buildings to have been developed on the campus. The campus also features a Dingeldine Music Centre where all the practice and performances take place. Besides the hostels, students can also stay at the single dormitories and student apartments on the campus. Moreover, the university houses the National Public Radio of Peoria (WCBU-FM).