VIIE – Study Abroad Pathway with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

About Southern Illinois University

SIUE is a nationally recognized university that provides high-quality and affordable education and prepares them for successful careers and purposeful lives. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research combined with real-world experiences, the academic preparation that the students receive, equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live.

Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland, atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River and only a short drive from St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to more than 14,000 diversified students.

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Campus

The university’s extensive network collectively hosting 17,000 faculty and staff, educating over 100,000 students, and engaging a robust community of half a million alumni. The Hazleton Campus in northeastern Pennsylvania offers scenic views of the Conyngham Valley. The Lehigh Valley campus, located in charming Center Valley, provides a world-class education in a small, intimate setting. Additionally, the York campus in south-central Pennsylvania meets the diverse needs of local and international students, contributing uniquely to the university’s dynamic and inclusive educational environment.

SIU offers a number of modern amenities for the benefit of its students. These include the Student Services Building, the Student Center, Morris Library, the Student Recreation Center, and the Student Health Center.

The Student Services Building contains most of the university’s student-related offices. Spread across four floors, students have easy access to help and consultation from advisors at the Undergraduate Admissions Office, Graduate School, Financial Aid Office, University Housing, Career Development Center, and numerous other offices.

Southern Illinois University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,000 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 1,136 acres.

City Conditions

Edwardsville is in Madison County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Edwardsville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Edwardsville and residents tend to lean conservative.

Edwardsville is usually cloudy all year round. The summers there are warm and muggy, while the winters are frigid and snowy. Over the year, the temperature typically varies from 24°F to 88°F and is rarely below 8°F or above 95°F.

Housing

Whispering Heights: 1010 Enclave Blvd, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Cherry Hills Properties, LLC 11 S Cherry Hills, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Parkview Ridge: Edwardsville (2 miles to campus) Parkview Ct. Homestead Ct. Esic Dr Robin Hill

Edwardsville (3 miles to campus) 421 & 425 Quince Street

Indian Students Association

Indian student association: Group of students dedicated to sharing the diversity and culture of India with our fellow students. We hope to invite many students, staff and faculty to join us in grand events that will display such richness and the talents of our students. Please refer to the group details:-

Click Here – Southern Illinois University Students Association

Why Choose Southern Illinois University ?

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is home to 14,000 students coming from different countries and cultures.

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 National Science Foundation ranks SIUE second for federal research and development expenditures among all Carnegie master’s large, primarily residential universities.

Commitment To Diversity

SIUE received the 2017 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community.

High Ranking

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

Quality Education

SIUE offers nationally accredited academic programs of study with one of the lowest tuition and required fees of all four-year institutions in Illinois.

Academic Excellence

The National Science Foundation ranks SIUE second for federal research and development expenditures among all Carnegie master’s large, primarily residential universities.

Affordability

SIU is known for its affordable tuition rates and financial aid packages, making it an accessible option for many students.

Continuous Campus Growth

SIUE has recorded its third-highest all-time enrollment, with 14,142 students registered for fall 2018. This represents a less than one per cent drop from its all-time high fall 2017 semester.

About Bachelor of Science in Communication

At SIUE, the Mass communications program aims at preparing students to make a successful career in one of the fastest-growing and dynamic fields: Mass media. The Department of Mass Communications at SIUE is accredited by the highly-selective Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC). This means, that due to small class sizes our students get one-on-one attention from their instructors and their curriculum keeps up with changes in the media industry. SIUE students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and faculty members who dedicate themselves to serving the professional and intellectual needs of the students. The Department of Mass Communications offers four sequences: Print/Electronic journalism, TV-radio production, Advertising, and Corporate communications.

Program Structure

The BAMMC course is a 4-year bachelor's Program.
The first and Second Year of the program will be taught by Vidyalankar as per guidelines given by SIUE.
Students will be studying all articulated courses gathering 60 credits before transfer.
Students who successfully complete 4 semesters at Vidyalankar can opt to transfer to SIUE directly into the 3rd year of BAMMC program.
After completing 4 semesters at the SIUE, students will be awarded Bachelor of Science Mass Communication degree from the Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Department of Mass Communications choose various career paths. Their graduates have become reporters, editors and photojournalists for newspapers, magazines, and online publications. Others work in radio and television, for advertising agencies, and in marketing and communications positions at major corporations and nonprofits; many become the social media experts in their positions. Some graduates take an entrepreneurial approach and create careers as independent videographers, event planners, graphic designers, web developers, and freelance communications specialists.

Fees

1st Year	Fees	Type
	₹ 1,500	Enrollment fees
	₹2,25,000	Tuition fees
	₹ 0	Living expense
2nd Year	Fees	Type
	₹2,25,000	Tuition fees
	₹ 0	Living expense
3rd Year	Fees	Type
	USD $20,000	Estimated Tuition fees
	USD $15,500	Estimated Living Expenses
4th Year	Fees	Type
	USD $20,000	Estimated Tuition fees
	USD $15,500	Estimated Living Expenses

Other Fees

Item	Tentative Expense
Health Insurance
IELTS Registration	₹16,500
Visa Fees	USD $185
Sevis Fees	USD $350

Scholarships

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication

Semester 1 - 4	Course Name
	Campus - Vidyalankar Institute, Wadala
	Bachelor of Mass Media
	https://viie.edu.in/mass-media-after-12th-syllabus/

Semester 5 - 8	Course Name
	Campus - Edwardsville
	Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication
	https://www.siue.edu/academics/undergraduate/degrees-and-programs/mass-communications/curriculum.shtml

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