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Southern Illinois University Carbondale students come from big cities and small towns, from every state and more than 100 countries. It’s a Saluki Nation — all United States residents pay the same tuition as Illinois residents. That means students from Missouri can come to SIU without worrying about out-of-state rates. Our Chancellor’s Scholarship offers full tuition and mandatory fees, room and board for four years. Many other scholarships are available, including major-specific and transfer student awards. Find information about all of them at scholarships.siu.edu. READY FOR ANYTHING. THAT’S A SALUKI. SIU students are ready to hit the ground running; to begin a research or creative project as early as freshman year; are willing to leave their comfort zones to seize opportunities; are committed to community service, learning-by-doing and participating in a supportive academic environment. SIU faculty members bring real world experience
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into the classroom and bring the classroom into the real world. That’s SIU Carbondale; that’s what it means to be a Saluki. AS HANDS ON AS IT GETS Out of all the reasons to choose SIU, many students say they love the advantages of a major research university on a campus that feels like home. SIU offers more than 200 majors in areas from the arts through the sciences, including business, mass media, engineering, education, allied health, aviation and automotive technology, agriculture and more. SIU students are known for their friendliness, individuality and willingness to try new things. That’s why there are more than 275 student organizations on campus. From national honors societies and student chapters of professional organizations to groups affiliated with particular or special interests, Saluki students have myriad opportunities to find their pack. It can all begin with a visit. We’d love to meet you and show you our beautiful campus. Visit.siu.edu for open house dates and daily visit information.
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Now that I’m a senior at the University of Iowa, it’s easier to reflect on all the things I wish I knew before I started my freshman year. I have no regrets about choosing Iowa to spend four of my most formidable years. But before I started my freshman year, I was an absolute wreck at the thought of leaving my parents, friends and everything familiar behind. I must have cried for six straight hours as my family drove me to school; my mom fruitlessly repeating: “Keep your head high, walk with purpose,” as the car sped down Interstate 80. Rising freshman all share one emotion: fear. I can’t count the number of times a well-meaning family friend would give me a sympathetic look when told I was leaving for college 400 plus miles away from home and offer, “Everybody there feels the exact same way you do.” I almost never found this advice comforting. After all, if everyone felt as miserable and jittery as I did, I was not looking forward to group work in the classroom. However, there is some truth to that idea. There is nothing, I repeat nothing, braver than a college freshman who goes away to school knowing absolutely nobody. My advice: nurture that quality within yourself. Everybody showcases their fear differently, but they deal with it in similar ways. If you’re lost, look at a campus map from orientation, walk up to someone and ask for help. If you meet a new person that seems remotely nice, invite them to eat dinner with you in the dining hall. I would have never put myself in these situations in high school. But, being thrown into deep, dark waters without knowing how to swim is sometimes the best way to learn to stay afloat. My dorm room door was always open, and people often came in to talk about their day and share snacks
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Grace Moore’s new home freshman year at University of Iowa. from a care package their parents anxiously threw together. Sometimes, these aren’t your lifelong friends, sometimes they are. Either way, smile at them. They are trying to write their own story on this brand-new slate. Be a character in the narrative with kindness, you’ll thank yourself. Go to class, do the homework. College is a test on how well you can manage your time. You’ll have classes at all times of the day, often with large breaks in between. Don’t fall down the rabbit hole of staying up all night cramming and sleeping all day to catch up. Establishing a schedule in the first few months of freshman year will bode well as studying and term paper demands
increase. The university experience is not filled with homework, but it is time-consuming. Professors typically assign a reading and then expect it to be done by the next time the class has met. When I realized that my professors wouldn’t be quizzing me on the readings, I would procrastinate or not do them at all. Today, that is one of my biggest regrets. I was only hindering my own learning and lost a lot of time trying to make up assignments that I should have completed in the first place. All in all, college is about expanding your mind in order to enter the workforce as the best version of yourself. Attend your classes and study the material
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with friends. College will test your ability to be productive and efficient. Don’t stand in your own way of getting everything you can out of your time at school. Don’t be afraid to join an activity or multiple activities. Most times, placing yourself outside of your comfort zone is where growth occurs. I tried out for an improv comedy team my freshman year without any idea what it was and it turned out to be one of the best and most character-defining decisions I ever made. Make yourself feel at home; these are the years of the S’s: selfishness, spontaneity and lots of studying. Take things as they come, these four years will shape you more than you thought possible, and that’s OK. Last but certainly not least, find your home. The place in which you grew up will always define what home means to you: a place where you feel most comfortable, most yourself. A place that holds all of your positive memories and fun, carefree times growing up. When you go away to school, take the opportunity to make your college a home. Find a supportive group of friends who can help on days when you are especially homesick or stressed. Utilize your school’s programs and initiatives for academic, social and mental health issues (there was nobody I liked more my freshman year than my academic adviser). Use your resources. Many of the things that I couldn’t have predicted turned out to be the experiences that made my college years special. In the uncertainty, fear, excitement, triumphs and mistakes, I found the fibers of my being. More than anything, these last three years showed me a strength I didn’t know I had. For those sitting in the backseat of their parent’s car, wishing things would stay the same forever: there is power in free-falling into independence. Embrace the changes, enjoy the ride.
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When choosing a college, the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. Narrowing down which colleges to visit and apply to can be a daunting and expensive task. Targeting a few key features can help both prospective freshman and parents agree on an ideal place for a student to call home away from home. SCHOOL SIZE Choosing what size school you’re interested in is a promising place to start. Schools with a large student body have an expansive faculty, along with student resources and a variety of social activities. Smaller universities tend to have more hands-on career training and are easier to navigate as a new student. Regardless, both options are based strictly on preference. There are highly reputable schools in both categories. Find what size works for you and search for schools within that student population. Sometimes, the choice is made for you if you prefer a state school over a private university or vice versa.
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TOTAL COST Financing a college education is a lot like buying a car — you almost never pay the sticker price. Before visiting or applying to a school, make sure you’re privy to the total cost of attending. This includes tuition, room and board, food and other daily expenses as well as the cost of books. Looking at schools that are in a feasible price range will ensure that you get to a school in your top choices. If you are in love with a school that’s a little out of your price range, email the financial aid office to inquire about scholarships, and apply for the FAFSA or work-study programs. These options exist in order to help you afford the school of your dreams, so utilize them! STUDENT REVIEWS Websites like niche.com feature actual student reviews about different topics ranging from professors and food to weather and party scene. Researching schools that pique your interest is a great way to find information geared toward your personal, specific needs. Looking for websites with information from current students is also a great way to find information that is not curated and filtered by the school. STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS Studying abroad is a great option to experience global travel while earning college credit. Traveling abroad during college is more convenient and less stressful than planning it yourself. Many universities have expansive studyabroad programs in numerous countries.
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MAJOR OFFERINGS It is OK to go into college completely undecided about a major. It is also OK to go into college focused on a particular major or program of study. Either way, making sure your school has a variety of majors, minors and job programs is a definite plus. SURROUNDING CITY It is important to take into account the college town. A school may have the right criteria for you to enjoy student life, but the surrounding area may not be. The surrounding region
plays a role in the local economy and social life on campus. Take a look at both urban and rural settings and decide which one best suits your lifestyle. There are many factors that contribute to choosing a college. Creating a launching point to narrow down the search eliminates stress for the whole family. In addition to attending college fairs, requesting information and visiting colleges, narrowing down the list can also help you fulfill specific application requirements, like recommendation letters, ahead of time.
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four weeks, you should receive your student aid report, which will reveal your eligibility for financial aid. If your desired college requires an essay, this is a good time to complete it, proofread it and re-proofread it. You should also research scholarship opportunities around this time; remember, the NACAC says you should never pay for scholarship information.
It is important to not procrastinate when it comes to beginning your college career. Staying ahead of the curve will ensure you have everything in place at the right time. Keep on track by following these tips provided by the National Association for College Admission Counseling. NOVEMBER – JANUARY Now is the time to get high school transcripts in order as every college you apply to AUGUST – DECEMBER One of your first moves as a high school will require a copy. You should also send out senior should be to register for the ACT/SATs your early decision or early action applications if you didn’t complete it during your junior during this time. It’s also important to organize year, or you wish to retake the test and obtain a your regular decision applications and financial higher score. You will also benefit from sitting aid forms as they are typically due in February. down with a trusted educator to ensure your You may also register for a January ACT/SAT; it college applications are being filled out cor- is considered the last one a college will consider rectly and you are on track to graduate. Senior while you’re a senior. year is also a great time to research as many schools as you can. Take advantage of local col- FEBRUARY – MAY lege fairs, representatives who visit your class At this point, you’re on the downhill slope. and take tours of several campuses. Remain focused even after you receive an acceptance letter as your college will want to see a second-semester transcript. Most schools OCTOBER Shortly after October 1, file your Free Appli- require a commitment or deposit no later than cation for Federal Student Aid. After about May 1, so make sure to get that in on time.
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Thirty SIUE students were forever changed when they traveled more than 3,000 miles to Costa Rica. Their global service learning adventure developed knowledge and skills that can’t be taught from the comforts of home. With kindness, compassion and courage, they impacted countless lives and walked away longing to do more. A small glimpse into our study abroad program reveals the challenges and rewards of service learning and cross-cultural experiences. Providing free clinical exams and
giving away shows at a local school were just a few of the services our School of Nursing students offered. SIUE School of Pharmacy students hiked the rainforests of Costa Rica studying medicinal plants and tropical diseases. Public health students participated in community-led volunteer efforts to preserve and protect sea turtle nesting beaches. SIUE prepares our students to change the world. They set out to discover new places and gain real-world experience, but they never expected how much their lives would be changed during their time in Costa Rica. See more at siue.edu/costa-rica.
Mentor. Advisor. Career counselor. Cheerleader. Confidante. Maryville University students find all these valuable relationships in one dynamic resource: a life coach. Maryville’s innovative Life Coach program has revolutionized the way students transition to college and create personal goals for lifelong learning and success. “Whether it’s to celebrate acing their latest test or to discuss new study strategies, their life coach is a student’s go-to resource — both day and night,” says Jen McCluskey, PhD, Maryville’s vice president for Student Success. Helping students identify and build on their key strengths is an important component of the Life Coach program. Using proven learning assessments, including Gallup’s StrengthsFinder, students also discover their individual learning styles and explore how to leverage them for success in academics and beyond. Maryville’s life coaches also provide
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programs. Schedule an appointment with the financial aid office to talk with an adviser about which benefits you qualify for. If you must work while going to school, a great tip from the organization “Mapping Your Future” is to search for a job on campus, as they are more flexible with students’ schedules.
You might think the most daunting task during college is the initial process of being accepted. But college can present new obstacles you may not be prepared for. Follow some of the below advice to avoid being overcome by these common DON’T PROCRASTINATE feelings. If you are planning to take a small FINANCIAL DESPAIR break between high school and college, When you’re facing the heavy workload you should realize the difficulties you from your college courses, the last thing may face once you’re ready to return. Not you have time for is working a full-time only will you be out of practice academijob. If your situation requires an income cally, you may also accumulate financial during your time as a student, keep responsibilities which weren’t present your eyes peeled for financial assistance after high school. These burdens may be
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drastic enough to demand you work full time while studying. Before taking a break in between semesters, consider the struggles you will face when you are back in the classroom and plan accordingly. POOR GRADES While you may have received exceptional grades throughout your high school career, college courses may be more difficult and demanding. If you get a score on an exam or assignment you are unsatisfied with, it’s important to not let it discourage you. Use it as a learning experience to teach yourself how to prepare more efficiently in the future. Consider joining a study group or find a tutor if you continue to struggle with the class.
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Everyone deserves the right to feel safe while gaining an education, however, emergencies are bound to occur. A great way to stay safe while walking on campus is to travel with a group, especially while it’s dark. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, there were 27,000 reports of criminal incidents against persons and property on campus in 2014. If you must make a trip without the company of friends, it can be a good idea to arm yourself with pepper spray and a whistle. If you feel like you are threatened, making a scene can dissuade a potential assaulter into fleeing or draw attention from nearby help. With so many people in one area, the risks of emergency situations are heightened on a college campus. When considering a school, try and talk to campus safety officials and familiarize yourself with proper protocols during threatening events. • FIRE : According to the United States Fire Administration, an estimated 3,800 university housing fires occur each year in the United States. Eighty-eight percent are cooking fires. Whether you live on or off campus, FEMA recommends knowing at least two different ways to leave any room in case of fire. • WEATHER EMERGENCY: Stay alert to the incoming weather to your area. In case of tornado or severe thunderstorm warning, know how to get to the safest area in the building you are in. Most colleges will have designated areas like basements or interior hallways. • ACTIVE SHOOTER: Unfortunately, this threat is becoming all too common in America. Your college will have a plan in place for this emergency. Most suggest locking or barricading doors if it is unsafe to leave the incident and to report to 911 with any information about the shooter’s whereabouts or injured people. Thanks to technology, college officials can send notifications to its entire student body when a threat is imminent. If your school is equipped with this function, ensure your phone number is registered so you’ll be informed of emergency situations.
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