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Southern Illinois University Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(30 courses)
INR 16 L - 77 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 64 & Above, Duolingo: 105 - 115, TOEFL: 80 & Above, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(6 courses)
INR 18 L - 37 LGet Fee Details
Duration12-24 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 105 & Above, GMAT, GRE, TOEFL: 80 & Above
B.Agri(2 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   Is GRE mandatory for Southern Illinois University?
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To be admitted to the ay Southern Illinois University programme it is recommended to have a strong academic profile, including competitive scores.Official GRE scores are REQUIRED before admission to be considered for the Alternative High Acheiver Tuition Rate.However, the admission process at Southern Illinois University takes a holistic approach, considering multiple factors in the student's profile. These factors include Leadership, Work experience, essays, LOR and interviews that the students give during their admission process. 

Q:   How much is SIUE application fee?
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Yes, the University has an Application fee of USD 40. This fee is typically non-refundable and covers the cost of processing and viewing the applications. It is important to note that the Application fee differs from the other fees.  However, the application fee might vary depending on the intake, and it’s suggested that students should check the official for more information depending on the course and requirements.

Q:   How good is the Southern Illinois University electrical engineering department for graduate studies (MSEE) for an Indian student?
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Southern Illinois University Electrical Engineering graduate programs. This recognition underscores the program's commitment to academic excellence and its standing within the broader academic landscape. SIU's electrical Engineering programme provides students with a quality education, emphasising on a solid foundation for students aspiring to become professionals in the electrical engineering domain. 

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Q:   What are the rankings at Southern Illinois University?
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Southern Illinois University is one of the finest institutions of higher education. Southern Illinois University rankings are consistently put among the top universities across various categories of US News and World Report. According to the US News Global Rankings 2023, Southern Illinois University has a ranking of #1126 and in 2022, it had a ranking of #1061. Comparatively, Wright State University has a ranking of #1542 according to the US News Global Rankings 2023. 

Q:   How much is the application fee for Southern Illinois University MS in CS?
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The application fee for the MS in Cs programme at SIU is USD 65 , non-refundable. However, the cost of the application might vary. It is suggested to double-check the current fee. However,   the following are the MBA application requirements:

  • Applicants must complete their degree.

  • SIU requires either GMAT or GRE (unless you qualify for test waivers) 

  • You Must earn a final UG cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher on a four-point scale at the time of degree conferral. 

  • English requirement is essential for international students. The following is the table with the minimum required scores from the applicant: 

English Language proficiency 

Minimum score 

IELTS

6.5 and above in all bands

TOFEL

550 on the paper-based TOEFL

Duolingo English Test 

105 on the Duolingo English Exam

 

Q:   Is it expensive to live on campus of Southern Illinois University?
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Southern Illinois University offers a variety of accommodation options to international students including Residence Halls and Apartment style housing option. The cost of living on campus of SIU vary from individual to individual and depends on the type of accommodation and your lifestyel. The cost of living on residence halls of Southern Illinois University are given below. 

Room TypeCost per Semester
Double RoomsUSD 5,311 (INR 4,40,905) (including dining plan)
Single RoomsUSD 7,138 (INR 5,92,578) (including dining plan)
Super Single Rooms (former triples)USD 7,138 (INR 5,92,578) per student (including dining plan)

*USD/INR = 83.02

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Answered 3 months ago

Some of the popular programs at SIU and percentage of degree recipients for bachelor's and master's majors, are given below:

Bachelor's 

% 

Master's 

% 

Airway Management & Operations 

6.56% 

Health Care Administration & Management 

7.75% 

Automotive Engineering Technology 

4.6% 

Social Work 

7.45% 

Trade & Industrial Teacher Education 

4.13% 

Computer Science 

6.71% 

Accounting  

3.72% 

Architecture 

6.26% 

General Psychology 

3.36% 

Physician Assistant 

5.66% 

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Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 months ago

The housing rates of 2025-26 for on-campus accommodation at Southern Illinois University are given below:

Accommodation 

Rates per Semester 

Residence Halls 

INR 4.8L - 6.4L

Wall & Grand Apartments 

INR 3.5L - 4.6L

Evergreen Terrace Apartments 

INR 1.9L - 3.6L

Elizabeth Street Apartments 

INR 2.6L

1 USD = INR 85.86  

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Ridhi

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Answered a year ago

How to Apply for Southern Illinois University

The application process at Southern Illinois University may vary depending on the course and level of study you choose. However, here is the application process for PG courses. 

The Undergraduate Application Process: 

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Both the universitys offer unique campus cultures and academic programs. While they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. The below table compares the rankings, fees and acceptance rates of SIU and the University of Southern Illinois Edwardsville . Over

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sneha

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Answered a year ago

The cost of living on campus of the Southern Illinois University Carbondale will vary from individual to individual.  Southern Illinois University Carbondale accommodation offers traditional-style residence halls and apartments for students. SIU residence halls cost INR 4.70 L - 6.30 L per semester

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Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL 62901

Carbondale ( Illinois)

Phone
(618) 453-2121

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(618) 536-7791

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Email
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