For applicants who hold/will earn a degree outside the United States
Application process effective August 1, 2022
MSIS is providing a GRE/GMAT waiver for students from select institutions. Go here to learn more!
Join a new breed of business technologists
We are proud to present a redesigned application procedure for international applicants with non-U.S. degrees that will allow applicants to apply in a streamlined manner.
Our competitive MSIS program is designed for students who have a passion for transforming businesses by using technology solutions. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.
Application procedure
** | Application deadline | Decision deadline* | Response deadline |
Early | November 1 | December 31 | January 15 |
Priority | December 1 | January 31 | February 15 |
Standard** | January 15 | March 1 | March 15 |
*MSIS will continue to evaluate all applications through March 1.
**For standard deadline students must submit an full application form and submit all official copies of test scores by the January 15 deadline.
Early decision deadline: Apply on or before November 1
The early decision option is for students who are ready to make an early commitment to the Kelley School of Business MSIS program because it is their top choice or priority.
Students who apply on or before the November 1 early decision deadline will use the priority application form, which does not require an application fee. Students must submit or provide:
- Student copies of all test scores (GRE/GMAT, TOEFL)
- Scanned transcripts
- Resume--there is no prescribed format
- Priority application form
Students selected for a final interview will need to send official scores and transcripts and submit a full application, but the application fee will be waived.
Students who are not selected for an interview from the early decision applicant pool will be considered for an interview with the next round of applicants. Students offered admission will be notified by December 31. Confirmation deposits are due on or before January 15.
Priority deadline: Apply on or before December 1
The priority deadline targets students who are considering multiple programs. Students who apply on or before December 1 will use the priority application form, which does not require an application fee. Students must submit or provide:
- Student copies of all test scores (GRE/GMAT, TOEFL)
- Scanned transcripts
- Resume--there is no prescribed format
- Priority application form
Students selected for a final interview will need to send official scores and transcripts and submit a full application, but the application fee will be waived.
Students who are not selected for an interview from the early decision applicant pool will be considered for an interview with the next round of applicants. Students offered admission will be notified by January 31. Confirmation deposits are due on or before February 15.
Standard deadline: Apply on or before January 15
Students who apply after the priority deadline will need to apply through the standard/full application form. The number of spots available in the standard application process is limited--strong applicants will receive preferential consideration. Students must submit or provide the following in order to have a completed application:
- Official copies of all test scores (GRE/GMAT, TOEFL) and transcripts on or before the final deadline--please provide scanned student copies in the “Additional Upload” section of the standard application
- Resume--there is no prescribed format
- A $75 application fee
- Not required: statement of purpose/personal statement
Students will be notified about their admission by March 1st. Confirmation deposits are due on or before March 15th. Proof of financial documentation must be submitted with acceptance.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you still have questions about the details of the application process, please see the MSIS International FAQ.
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