Information About the University and the City
Marquette University
Marquette University was founded in 1881 by John Martin Henni, the first Catholic bishop of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. It was named after the 17th century missionary and explorer Father Jacques Marquette, S.J., and its mission was to provide an affordable Catholic education to the area's booming German immigrant population. The school attained its status as a university in 1907 and changed its name from Marquette College to Marquette University. Marquette University High School became a separate institution the same year. ??In 1912, Marquette became the first Jesuit university to admit women.
Located on a 93-acre (376,000 m2) campus in the Milwaukee neighborhood of University Hill, on the former Wisconsin State Fairgrounds. Lake Michigan is roughly one mile east of campus. Many of the halls and chapels on campus are beautifully constructed in traditional European styles. The oldest of these, St. Joan of Arc Chapel, was originally built in France in the 15th century and donated to the university by in 1964.
Marquette's undergraduate program ranked 77th in BusinessWeek's 2013 rankings. U.S. News listed Marquette's undergraduate majors in supply chain management as 16th, finance as 17th, accounting as 23rd and the entrepreneurship program as 24th nationwide.U.S. News put Marquette's graduate international business program at 22nd overall in 2013 and the executive MBA program ranked 15th. The part-time MBA program was ranked 65th.
Marquette University official website: http://www.marquette.edu/The official website of the Marquette University Business School: http://business.marquette.edu/academics/gsm
Milwaukee:
The first Europeans to pass through this area in Wisconsin were French missionaries and fur traders. In 1818, the French-Canadian explorer Solomon Juneau settled in the area, and in 1846 Juneau's town combined with two neighboring towns to incorporate as the City of Milwaukee. Large numbers of German and other immigrants helped increase the city's population during the 1840s and the following decades.
Today, Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin, with a population of about 600,000. It is the county seat of Milwaukee County and is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. Milwaukee is also the main cultural and economic center of the Milwaukee–Racine–Waukesha Metropolitan Area, which has a population of around 2 million. ??Milwaukee was once known almost exclusively as a brewing and manufacturing powerhouse, but it has undergone a lot of change in the last 15 years. New additions to the city have included the Milwaukee Riverwalk, the Midwest Airlines Center, Miller Park, an internationally renowned addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum, and Pier Wisconsin, as well as major renovations to the Milwaukee Auditorium. ??A plethora of museums, restaurants, and theatres can be found around town, and Milwaukee is enjoying an increasingly vibrant music scene.
Milwaukee has a large industrial and business community. The world headquarters of Fortune 100 companies such as Johnson Controls and the Health care division of General Electric as well as those of several Fortune 500 companies such as Rockwell Automation, Harley-Davidson motor cycle company, Manpower, Miller Coors, and…. are in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Leading Industries (Source: Milwaukee Metropolitan Association of Commerce - MMAC)
In total, the Milwaukee region flourishes with more than 50,000 business establishments, 1 million employees and a gross regional product of more than $99 billion. Roughly one-third of the region's businesses drive the export of goods and services beyond regional borders, bringing new income into the region. These regional driver industries include:?Power, automation and controls?Food & beverage manufacturing?Information technology?Distribution?Water technologies?Financial services?Medical technology and biomedical
Additionally, Milwaukee is a short distance from Chicago (less than hours by car), which is a metropolis with much to offer both in cultural activities as well as business opportunities.
Other Important Information (employment, costs, university/GSM services)
International Students’ Prospects for Internships and/or Employment
Please note. Despite the fact that the employment market in the U.S. has slightly improved in recent months, most employers are apprehensive about hiring international (F-1 Visa) students for internships and, even less so, for regular employment. Marquette University international students have had some success, especially during the last year, however, overall the placement rate in internships and employment has been less than 10% and much less with regards to regular employment. Students in the MSA program have been a bit more successful in securing internships or regular employment. Students in the MSAE program have also had some success. Students in qualitative or more culturally-focused fields such as MSHR or MBA have had the least success in securing any kind of employment.
With the above said, we have two career services centers on campus; one for all university students and one for the College of Business Administration and Graduate School of Management. Each year, several career fairs and other employment related events are arranged by these two units. Students would also have access to career resources such as search engines, resume writing services, interviewing skills, and other services intended to provide information and assistance to the students seeking employment.
Tuition/Fees:
Marquette University GSM offers master degree programs in Accounting (MSA), Applied Economics (MSAE) and Human Resources (MSHR) as well as a part-time MBA program, which allows full-time enrollment needed by international students. The tuition fee is $1025 per credit hour of a graduate business class. The typical numbers of credit hours and their corresponding approximate tuition/fees required to complete the various programs are as follows:
MSA (30-36 cr. hrs.) $31,000 – $37,000;MSAE (30-36 cr. hrs.) $31,000 – $37,000;MSHR (30-32 cr. hrs.) $31,000 – $33,000; MBA (37-50 cr. hrs.) $38,000 – $52,000.
Cost of Living:
The minimum cost of living in Milwaukee including accommodation, food, books, and minimal expenses; is approximately $1,000 per month. Below are the approximate durations of studies and their corresponding approximate costs:
MSA (2 yrs.)$24,000MSAE (2 yrs.)$24,000MSHR (1.5 yrs.)$18,000MBA (2.5 yrs.)$30,000
Scholarships
Marquette GSM students are eligible for Graduate Assistant positions. However, new students are not eligible during their first semester. Search for graduate assistantship positions generally begins during the second semester.
Deposit Refund Policy:
The deposit to enroll at Marquette University is $3,000. If you pay the deposit and ultimately decide not to come to Marquette, the university will refund $2,500 of your deposit. $500 is non-refundable.
Immersion Week and Orientation Programs for GSM International Students:
At no cost to the student, GSM will provide a week-long Immersion Week for students enrolling in fall semesters. Students enrolling in spring semesters will be provided with a CD containing the material and some videos of the Immersion Week. The immersion week is intended to familiarize the international GSM students with living and studying in the United States and at Marquette University as graduate business students. Lectures will be arranged in classroom conduct, team membership, class participation, research methods, presentation skills, and case analysis. The students will meet with their academic advisors in formal and informal settings during this week. Daily continental breakfast, a welcome Luncheon, a networking reception (including domestic students), and a concluding dinner will be provided at no cost to the students.
The University will also have an orientation program for international students. Several of their sessions are required for all international students. Attendance at both the Immersion Week events and the University’s “required” sessions are mandatory for all GSM students.
Safety & Security:
Marquette University is dedicated to student safety and security. The university has a Public Safety office, which continuously patrol the campus. There is a also a city police department adjacent to the campus. The campus community receives regular safety notices and information.
For commuting after dark, the university has shuttle buses, which would pick up and drop off students until late in the night. Students are also asked to be diligent and vigilant and take precaution to ensure their own safety and security.
Accommodation:
Marquette University does not provide on-campus accommodation (dormitories) for graduate students. Prior to your arrival at Marquette, GSM will provide listings of nearby apartments and sublease opportunities. During the first days at Marquette, GSM would work with you closely in order to address your arrival, accommodation-search, and settlement. When new students first arrive, we can arrange for temporary housing on campus in order to help with transition.
Airport Pickup Service
New international GSM students arriving at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport or at Milwaukee Amtrak Station (if you fly to Chicago and take the Coach USA bus to Milwaukee Amtrak Station) can arrange to be picked up. Directions for getting to the University will also be provided.
For further information and answer to your questions, please contact GSMInquiry@Marquette.edu]GSMInquiry@Marquette.edu, or QQ 2517586451.
You may also visit Marquette University official website: http://www.marquette.edu/ and/orthe official website of the Marquette University Business School: http://business.marquette.edu/academics/gsm[bgcolor=#ffffff]