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International Students: Frequently Asked Questions

How many students are enrolled at MSOE? We have about 2,600 students enrolled in MSOE including our undergraduate and graduate programs on both a part-time and full-time basis.
How big are your classes? Our average class size is 18 students, and our average laboratory size is 11, where our professors teach all classes and labs, not teaching assistants. Also, the student-to-teacher ratio is 11:1.
Do you offer any scholarships? Yes. International students accepted into MSOE are considered for an academic scholarship in the amount of $4,000 a year of attendance at MSOE. To qualify for this scholarship, simply complete the MSOE admission process.
Can students park on campus? Yes. We have student parking around the campus area. Visit the Public Safety Web site for parking details:

see parking information

When does school start? When are breaks? Visit our online academic calendar for all important dates:

view Academic Calender

Do you offer student tutoring? Yes. MSOE offers free academic tutoring and help sessions through our Learning Resource Center. Visit their Web site for details:

Learning Resource Center

Do you have residence halls? Yes! As a matter of fact, over 70 percent of our new freshmen live in one of our three residence halls! Not only is living in the residence halls a great way to meet people, but it also helps you stay in school. Think about it - need help in Calc? Ask one of the hundreds of students around you who are taking or have taken the same class! For housing details, including room size and meal plans:

learn about campus housing

What is the technology package all about? MSOE requires all full-time, undergraduate students to participate in our notebook computer program. We provide you with a laptop with many benefits like state-of-the-art software, compatibility, support, insurance and more! For details, including the latest computer specs:

read about the Technology Package

Do you offer health insurance for international students? Yes, there are some outside health insurance options available to international students. Health insurance is strongly recommended for all students and is extremely important in case an accident or illness does occur. You can receive more information about health insurance when you arrive on the MSOE campus.
As an international student, what services will be provided to me once I arrive on campus? As an international student, there are many services that are available to you once you arrive on campus and also during your time at MSOE. When you arrive on campus, your contact at MSOE during the admission process will pick you up from the airport and make sure that you arrive safely on campus. Once you arrive on campus, an international orientation is provided that will allow you to become familiar with the American educational system, the MSOE campus and the city of Milwaukee. There is also free group and individual help at the Learning Resource Center at MSOE in which you can receive free help with writing, math and science homework. In addition, the international student organization has a mission of helping new international students with any questions or concerns that a new international student may have once they arrive on campus.
Who is considered an international student at MSOE? Persons who have a citizenship of another country than the United States are considered international students at MSOE. If you are a permanent resident of the United States, then you would not be considered an international student.
What is the international student population at MSOE? During the 2003-2004 school year, out of the 2,600 total students enrolled at MSOE, there were over 60 international students representing over 25 countries.
How do most people get around campus and the city of Milwaukee? Many students on campus do not have a car. Within the area of MSOE, most everything is in walking distance, including many restaurants with food from all over the world, shopping malls, movie theatres and places where a variety of sports can be played. MSOE also has campus shuttle system that will transport students in and around the campus area during evening hours. Finally, the Milwaukee city bus system can transport students to many places around the city.