International application process
This process is for applicants who hold/will earn a degree from outside the United States.
Application process effective August 1, 2024.
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Our competitive MSIS program is designed for students who have a passion for transforming businesses through technology solutions. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. We are proud to present a redesigned application procedure for international applicants with non-US degrees that will allow applicants to apply in a streamlined manner.
GRE/GMAT Waiver
For students from these select institutions, an automatic waiver is granted.
Students who are not from these institutions may request a waiver as a part of their priority application process. We will evaluate your request based on your academic credentials after you apply, and we will notify you if test scores are needed.
Test score waivers are only available for Round 1 and Round 2 priority applicants.
Application procedure
| Application deadline | Decision deadline* | Response deadline | |
| Round 1 priority | September 1 | October 1 | October 15 |
| Round 2 priority | November 1 | December 31 | January 15 |
| Round 3 standard** | January 15 | March 1 | March 15 |
*MSIS will continue to evaluate all applications through March 1.
**For Round 3 standard deadline, students must submit a full application form and all official copies of test scores by the January 15 deadline.
Round 1 priority deadline: Apply on or before September 1
The Round 1 priority 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 Round 1 priority deadline (September 1) have a simplified application process: All that is required is a completed priority application form, which does NOT require an application fee. Students must submit the following within the form:
- Student copies of all test scores (GRE/GMAT, TOEFL)
- Scanned transcripts
- Resume (there is no prescribed format)
There is no application fee, but to be considered for an interview, all official scores and transcripts and a full application must be submitted.
Students who are not selected for an interview from the Round 1 priority applicant pool will be considered for an interview with the next round of applicants. Students who are offered admission will be notified by October 1. Confirmation deposits are due on or before October 15.
Round 2 priority: Apply on or before November 1
The Round 2 priority deadline is for students who are considering multiple programs. Students who apply on or before November 1 will use the Round 2 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)
Students who are not selected for an interview from the Round 2 priority applicant pool will be considered for an interview with the next round of applicants. Students who are offered admission will be notified by December 31. Confirmation deposits are due on or before January 15.
Round 3 standard: Apply on or before January 15
Students who apply after the Round 2 priority deadline will need to apply through the standard/full application form. The number of spots available in the Round 3 standard application process is limited; strong applicants will receive preferential consideration. Students must submit or provide the following 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 Round 3 application.
- Resume (there is no prescribed format)
- A $75 application fee
A statement of purpose/personal statement is not required.
Students will be notified about their admission by March 1. Confirmation deposits are due on or before March 15. Proof of financial documentation must be submitted with acceptance.
Confirmation deposit
A nonrefundable confirmation deposit of $500 is due by the response deadline specified above. This deposit will be applied toward the IS Foundations Component of the Jumpstart program. The final payment of $5,000 for Jumpstart will be due on March 20.
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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Application deadlines
Kelley students are encouraged to apply early in their undergraduate careers. For no application fee and a simplified process, apply by the priority deadline: US undergraduates in their senior year: January 15
Students from international institutions: September 1
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