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MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY At Millikin, we know practice isn't enough. Performance Learning is necessary. It involves real risk and real awards. It's hard work. But it's worth it. It's what we do. And it will set you apart when you graduate. The results are amazing. Millikin students run their own business, research breast cancer, and contribute to new musicals. They break ground every day.
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As an International Student studying at MU... You’ll be immersed in Performance
Learning opportunities: Millikin’s approach to education that begins in the classroom, and moves to the field with real-life work experiences.
You’ll be welcomed by the passionate
staff and faculty who come to work every day to see Millikin students succeed.
Table of Contents 3 // Millikin at a Glance 5 // Countries & Partner Universities 7 // Decatur, Illinois 9 // Majors & Programs 10 // Resources 11 // Student Organizations 13 // The Woods Apartments 15 // Campus Dining 18 // Steps to Make it Millikin
You’ll be inspired by our vibrant campus that buzzes with Big Blue excitement, and the comradery of student peers, working alongside you in collaborative, innovative ways.
millikin.edu/international
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MILLIKIN 2,000
143
student enrollment
International
full-time faculty
Millikin students are 58% female and 42% male
from 31 countries
80% with a terminal degree
58%
42%
FEMALE
MALE
6 sororities 5 fraternities
90+
organizations & clubs
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95
students
80%
35 partner universities
75,000 Decatur, IL residents
Millikin students are from 33 U.S. States
10:1 student to faculty ratio
Our facts at a glance
45+
academic programs and 4 colleges
College of Arts & Sciences College of Fine Arts College of Professional Studies Tabor School of Business
99% student success
99% of Millikin graduates gain employment or enter graduate or professional school within six months of graduation.
27%
of MU students take an entrepreneurship course
99%
27%
35,000+ MU Alumni
Academic Calendar
84%
Fall: August - December
of graduates secure careers within their field of study.
Winter: January Spring: January - May Summer: June - August
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Partner Universities Argentina
Lanus, Universidad Nacional de
Australia
Sunshine Coast, University
Austria
University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt
Belgium
Artevelde University College
Chile
Andes, Universidad de los Finis Terrae Universidad Pacifico, Universidad del Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso
China
Changchun University of Chinese Medicine Fudan University
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, UIDE
France
CEFAM (School of Business and International Management) ECE Paris - Ecole d'ingĂŠnieurs UPEC Sup des RH PSB (Business) European Business School (EBS)
Germany
Duale Hochschule BadenWĂźrttemberg Stuttgart
Ireland
Royal Irish Academy of Music
Xianda College of Economics and Humanities Shanghai International Studies University
Maynooth University
Cuba
Artes, Universidad de las
Denmark
Aarhus, Business Academy, University of Applied Sciences
South Africa
Tshuwane University of Technology
Spain
Universida de Murcia
Italy
Universitat Pompeu Fabra
John Cabot University
EUSA Centro Universitario
Centro Studi Italiano
Universitat de Lleida
Milano- Bicocca, The University of
Japan
Taiwan
China Medical University
Rikkyo University
Tunghai University
Mexico
The Netherlands
Pontifica Universidad Catolica Maedram Y Maesta
South Korea
Rotterdam Business School
El Instituto Cultural Dominico Americano
Kyung Sung University
CPH Business, Copenhagen Business Academy
Dominican Republic
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Ecuador
EBC (Business)
Chung-Ang University Seoul Theological University
Inholland University of Applied Sciences
United States, Missouri Webster University
International Students Burundi
Denmark
Ireland
South Korea
Vietnam
Cameroon
DRC
Japan
Spain
Zimbabwe
Canada
El Salvador
Mexico
Taiwan
Austria
Chile
France
Nepal
Tajikistan
Belgium
China
Germany
Rwanda
United Kingdom
Costa Rica
India
Sierra Leone
Venezuela
Millikin Students Abroad Chile
Spain
Germany
South Africa
France
Greece
Denmark
Botswana
Italy
Ecuador
Peru
Poland
United Kingdom
Mexico
Dominican Republic
Czech Republic
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Where are we? Positioned in the heart of the Midwest, Millikin is located in Decatur, Illinois, just three hours from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.
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Chicago
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Decatur, Illinois Our campus is vibrant and active. The same can be said for our hometown. Decatur, Illinois has a population of approximately 75,000 residents. Our bustling downtown area, scenic lakeside views, culturally-rich entertainment options, and recreational opportunities provide Millikin students the chance to engage in life outside of the university setting. Decatur’s robust business community, area hospitals, and industrial settings create natural environments for student learning and internships.
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What can I study?
Academic course offerings for Millikin International students include:
Accounting
Criminal Justice
International Business
Art
Digital Media Marketing
Instructional Development
Art Education
Developmental Therapy
Mathematics
Art Therapy
Early Childhood Education
Arts Technology
Elementary Education Bilingual
Audio Engineering & Production Live Event Technology Interactive Media Video Production Visual Media
Athletic Training Biology
Allied Health Environmental Biology Molecular & Cell Biology
English as Second Language Special Education
English Language English Literature Writing
English Education Entrepreneurship
Biology Education
Environmental Studies
Business Management Human Resource Management
Ethics
Supply Chain Logistics Management
Chemistry Biochemistry Business Research
Chemistry Education Commercial Music Communication Health Communication
Media Studies Organizational Communication Public Relations
Computer Science
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Exercise Science Exploratory Studies (Undecided) Finance Graphic Design Health Promotion History Human Services Information Systems App Development
Data Management Security & Compliance
Interdepartmental
Actuarial Science Data Science
Mathematics Education Middle Grades Education Music Music Business Music Education Instrumental Vocal
Music Performance Instrumental Piano Vocal
Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Social Science Education Sociology Spanish Spanish Education Sport & Recreation Management Studio Art - Concentration
Resources We know it can be difficult to leave your family and home. So Millikin has prepared many resources to help you feel welcome from the moment you arrive:
CAPP
The Center for Academic and Professional Performance (CAPP) is devoted to delivering complete wrap-around services to foster students' resilience, confidence, academic and social skills, to ensure a successful college experience, positive personal development, and post-graduation preparedness.
International Orientation
We will give you an abundance of resources during orientations and make sure you have everything you need to be successful in your classes.
English Language Center You can also take for-credit courses in our English Language Center (ELC). The ELC assists international students to help them communicate effectively and appropriately in English and in everyday academic contexts, to gain a better understanding of U.S. society, to enhance cross-cultural awareness and communication skills, and to succeed in their academic and professional life.
International Fellows
You will be assigned an American roommate who will be there to support you as you acclimate to your new home.
First-Year Experience Mentors
You will belong to a group of International and U.S. students that will help guide you the first week you arrive to campus.
Milli-KINship
Certain students, based on high school credentials, may be assigned a secondary student development advisor. Student Development advisors can help students through difficulties transitioning to college and connect them with campus and community resources. All of our Student Development advisors are trained to assist students with college success, and their goal is to help students thrive at Millikin!
Student Mental & Behavioral Services Center
Millikin's Student Mental & Behavioral Services Center focuses on primary prevention, health promotion, treatment, maintenance, and crisis response. An emphasis is placed on assessment of students, outreach, case management, and cooperation with local partners.
Office of Public Safety
The Office of Public Safety is open 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Public Safety offers Safe Rides and Safe Walks from dusk until dawn every day for the safety of students on or near campus. A dispatch center also monitors the local and national news for weather and crisis information.
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What can I do? Get involved on campus and choose from over 90 different student organizations! Each organization plans and executes different campus events throughout the semester.
millikin.edu/student-organizations
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Student Organizations You can join any of Millikin’s 90+ student organizations. One of those, International Student Organization (ISO), is a collection of Millikin students from all over the world that gathers together to build community friendship, and understanding among people from various countries and cultural backgrounds. ISO sponsors cultural event to honor the diverse groups currently represented on Millikin’s campus and participates in cultural festivals throughout Central Illinois. Some of our best-love adventures include trips to Champaign, Ill. and St. Louis, Mo. and celebrations of Noodle Day, Lunar New Year, Diwali, and winter holidays around the world.
Cultural/International
Academic
Programming
» African Student
» French Club » Italian Club
» Millikin University Concert Committee
Organization
» Asian Student Association
» Spanish Club
Fine Arts/Performance
» Senior Class Committee » University Center Board
Religious/Spiritual
» Black Student Union
» Guitar Club
» Brothers Moving Forward
» Opera per Tutti
» Deutsch Klub
Government/Political
» International Student Organization
» Model United Nations
Special Interest
» Multicultural Student Council
» Environmental Affairs Council
» Latin American Student Organization
» Student Senate
» National Alliance on Mental Illness
» Multicultural Student Council
» Barks for Books
Media
» Human Service Connection
» Collage Literary Magazine
» Millikin Microfinance Fund
» WJMU Radio Station
» Sister Circle
» Millikin Piano Club
Service
» Jewish Student Union » Multicultural Voices of Praise » Newman Catholic Community
» Musicology Discussion Group
» Decaturian
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Where can I live? All International students will be required to sign a one-semester lease with The Woods Apartments at Millikin.
millikin.edu/woods-apartments
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Campus Living All Millikin students are required to live on campus and with a domestic roommate. Exceptions will be made for students requiring English language training. Students staying for one academic year will have the opportunity to join a sorority or fraternity on campus, and live in designated housing.
The Woods Apartments The Woods Apartments feature luxury, private bedrooms, a full kitchen, washer/ dryer, private deck or patio, and modern furnishings. Community amenities include a pool, fitness center, computer lab, and secured access. Rooms are furnished, and most hall amenities include: » laundry facilities » vending machines » kitchen » wi-fi » cable TV » secured access
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Where can I eat? Millikin Dining is committed to helping students make healthy food selections. Students eat most of their meals in the University Commons, our main dining area, and the Late Night Grill.
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Campus Dining Meal Plans Students have the option of selecting the All Access Meal Plan, or 14 meals per week. The All Access Meal Plan offers the best value and flexibility with unlimited visits to the dining hall. Whether students are enjoying lunch, or coming back for a mid-afternoon snack, the All Access Meal Plan offers convenience and security. Meals for both meal plans can be redeemed at the University Commons dining hall.
Flex Dollars Flex Dollars are the most convenient way to purchase food on campus. They can be used at all campus dining locations, as well as campus vending machines. Flex Dollars can be purchased at theOffice of Student Financial Services.
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Center for International Education We know you have questions. We're here to answer them. millikin.edu/cie
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10 Steps to Make It Millikin 1. Be nominated by your international office
5. Apply for your F1 student visa
8. Get ready to arrive in the U.S.
The international office at your home school will be able to help guide you through the nomination and application process.
Use the tips provided in your admission packet to apply for your student visa. All international students are required to obtain a student visa before studying in the U.S.
Submit your flight information and review the packing tips provided in your admission packet. We will pick you up from the Chicago O’Hare Airport and transport you to campus.
2. Apply online to Millikin University
6. Choose your Millikin classes
Once you have been nominated, go to Millikin. edu/internationalapplicants and complete the online application.
3. Send your required admission documents Review all of the admission criteria and submit your required documents.
4. Wait for your admission packet and I-20 Once you have received your admission packet in the mail, review the materials and contact us if you have questions or concerns.
The CIE will put you in contact with your MU advisor. Together, you will choose classes that best fit your interests and degree requirements. Your academic advisor at your home institution will review and approve your MU courses by submitting a learning agreement.
7. Get immunization records and U.S. health insurance Complete the immunization forms that you received in your admission packet with your doctor. Purchase valid U.S. health insurance for the duration of your stay.
9. Arrive for international orientation at Millikin International orientation will prepare you for a successful semester ahead. You will become familiar with all of the great services Millikin has to offer. We will also help you set up a bank account, get a SIM card for your phone, go Walmart, and learn how to pay your bills.
10. Have a great semester! Get involved on campus and engage in cultural and academic exchanges with U.S. and other international students from all over the world.
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CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
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CIE@millikin.edu
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1184 West Main Street, Decatur, Illinois 62522
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