International Students
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Study at Millikin University!
Millikin is a unique institution and a wonderful place for international students to study. The Millikin family provides an accessible learning community, where you can discover and pursue your full potential, personally and professionally. Millikin offers over 50 majors, minors and Pre-Professional programs, including Exploratory Studies, providing you with options that align with your academic and career goals.
Our beautiful campus, located in the heart of Illinois, has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Get involved in Campus Life by attending events and joining one of our 90+ student organizations. There are many opportunities to help you develop lifelong friendships and take part in activities, allowing you to experience U.S. culture both on and off campus.
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Global Assessment Certificate Program
Millikin University is proud to be a Pathway University of the Global Assessment Certificate (GAC), the world’s most recognized university preparation program for students with English as a second language. As a GAC Pathway University, Millikin offers transfer credits to GAC students who have successfully completed specific GAC modules. View a list of GAC modules, equivalents and credits earned below.
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GAC Module
MU Course Equivalent
Total Credits Granted GAC 004
Mathematics I: Fundamentals
MA110. College Algebra 3
GAC 010
Mathematics II: Probability, Statistics, and Finance
MA120. Elementary Probability and Statistics 3
GAC 011
Computing II: Data Management
IS130. Spreadsheet Applications IS270. Database Fundamentals
2
1
GAC 012
Business II: Business Studies
BU100. Business Creation 3
GAC 016
Mathematics III: Calculus & Advanced Applications
MA115. Trigonometry 3
GAC 017
Computing III: Digital Communication
AR328. Topics in Art Technology 3
GAC 022
Business III: International Business Studies
BU111. Team Dynamics 1
GAC 023
Science III: General Science
BI1XX: Biology Elective 3
GAC 027
Social Science II: Identity and Interaction in Society
HU1XX. Humanities Elective / ICS
3
GAC 028
Social Science III: Research Skills and Global Issues
HU1XX. Humanities Elective / ICS
3
Maximum Number of Transferrable Credit 28
For more information about the GAC program, please visit the GAC website (http://www.actinternationalservices.com/en/gac/).
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Quick Facts
- Founded: 1901
- Campus Size: 75 acres
- Student Body: 1,800 students, including approximately 100 graduate students
- Faculty: 154 full-time, 81% with terminal degrees
- Careers: 99% of graduates find employment or entered graduate school within six months of graduation.
Rankings and Accreditations
- Accreditation: View a list of Millikin's accrediting bodies on the Accreditations page.
- Rankings: Millikin University proudly claims several regional and national rankings, including being named One of the Best Colleges in the Midwest by Princeton Review.
- Performance Learning: Nationally and internationally recognized for Performance Learning, our unique approach to transforming quality education into student success.
International Students
- International Community: 61 international students from 25 countries
- Diverse Student Body: Our international students come from a wide range of countries.
Afghanistan • Australia • Austria • Belgium • Burundi • Canada • Chile • China • Congo • Denmark • El Salvador • France • India Ireland • Japan • Mexico • Nepal • Netherlands • Pakistan • Panama • South Korea • Rwanda • Saudi Arabia • Sierra Leone • Spain • Taiwan • Tajikistan • Tunisia • United Kingdom • Venezuela • Vietnam • Zimbabwe
Big Blue Athletics
Men's Sports Women's Sports Intramurals - Baseball JV/Varsity
- Basketball JV/Varsity
- Cross Country
- Football JV/Varsity
- Golf
- Soccer JV/Varsity
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field (Indoor)
- Track & Field (Outdoor)
- Wrestling
- Basketball JV/Varsity
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer JV/Varsity
- Softball JV/Varsity
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field (Indoor)
- Track & Field (Outdoor)
- Volleyball JV/Varsity
- Basketball
- Dodgeball
- Flag Football
- Soccer
- Softball
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
Other Sports
- Cheerleading
- Dance Team
About Decatur, Illinois U.S.A.
- Population: 74,000; Decatur offers an impressive quality of life and access to a variety of entertainment and cultural life.
- Strong international business climate with high-profile international companies, including Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), Tate & Lyle (TATYY), Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), and Fuyao Glass Industry Group.
- Easy access to Chicago (3 hours), Saint Louis (2 hours), and Indianapolis (2.5 hours) without paying the high price of living there. The Decatur airport features inexpensive fare to Chicago or St. Louis daily.
- Millikin is located in a residential neighborhood within walking distance to entertainment and dining options.
Academic Calendar
- Fall Semester August-December
- Spring Semester January-May
- Summer English Program - July
- MBA Program August-August
Housing and Dining
On-campus housing is guaranteed. International students are paired with domestic students for housing placements to support cross-cultural exchange. For more information on Millikin's housing and dining options, click the links below.