Interested in learning more about the MS in Management? We’re happy to answer all of your questions. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please reach out to us at ksbgrad@iu.edu and speak with a member of our team.
International applicants with US degrees should follow the same application processes and deadlines as domestic students with US degrees.
Frequently asked questions about the MS in Management
General
The application involves a two-phase application process with Phase 1 taking only five minutes and your resume to complete. After submitting, applicants will receive an email with a link to the second phase of the application. If you need assistance with the application process, please send an email to ksbgrad@iu.edu.
All students are eligible to apply to the program starting in their final year of undergraduate study.
We encourage you to apply at a time when your application presents the strongest possible case for admission.
- Applicants currently enrolled in a degree program or who graduated from an institution outside of the United States must apply by the Phase 1 Round 2 deadline.
- International applicants with US degrees should follow the same application processes and deadlines as domestic students with US degrees.
| Round | Phase 1 application deadline | Admission decision notification received by | Enrollment deposit due by |
| 1 | October 1 | December 1 | January 1 |
| 2 | December 1 | February 1 | March 1 |
| 3 | Febrauary 1 | April 1 | April 15 |
| 4 | March 1 | April 22 | April 29 |
No, application fee waivers are not available.
Interviews are offered exclusively by invitation, either in person or virtually. Not all applicants will be interviewed. If you're invited for an interview, anticipate questions covering behavior, your resume, and application details. We're not assessing your academic prowess, but rather your critical thinking and potential contributions to the Kelley community.
Please use an email address that you check regularly and can access daily. We recommend using only one email address throughout the application process.
Competitive applicants typically have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or the international equivalent). Applications are reviewed holistically, and the admissions committee considers the full range of academic and accomplishments when making decisions.
Yes, eligible students may apply to multiple graduate programs during each application cycle. Applicants must submit a separate application for each program and pay the applicable application fee for each submission. While applicants may be admitted to more than one program, they may enroll in only one program.
No, depending on the program, we only accept students for summer or fall semester enrollment.
Deferral requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis for circumstances that prevent enrollment in the original admission term. Approved students must pay the enrollment deposit to reserve a seat in the following year’s class. Deferrals are limited to one year and may be granted only once. Any fellowship or graduate assistantship (GA) offer associated with the original admission will also carry forward for one year, subject to the terms and conditions of the original award and continued availability of funding. Please note that approval of deferral requests is not guaranteed.
Admission decisions are final and cannot be appealed or reconsidered.
If you have applied for a previous year, you will need to apply again. However, you do not need to resubmit official transcripts if they have been previously submitted.
No, do not submit another application. We will accept updated resumes only. Please send your resume to ksbgrad@iu.edu so that we can attach it to your application.
Standardized test scores
You will be given full admission consideration in the absence of test scores. We will continue to look at all factors of your application, with the greatest emphasis placed on your grades earned in academic coursework, your essay, internship experience, extracurricular activities, and other achievements.
We encourage you to report your scores if you feel they accurately represent your ability.
No, you cannot change your test-optional selection after submitting your application. Once test scores are reported, they become part of your application record.
If you decide to submit test results, either test format is accepted.
Yes, the Admissions Committee may request test scores from applicants at any point during the review process.
Tuition and fellowships
Once you are admitted and decide to attend the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, there is a nonrefundable enrollment deposit of $500 USD, regardless of which in-residence MS program you apply to.
Yes. All candidates are considered whether they apply with or without test scores. Fellowships and graduate assistant (GA) positions are not guaranteed.
Tuition and fees vary each academic year. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit Indiana University Tuition and Fees website for the latest updates. Learn more about determining resident and nonresident student status on the University Policies website.
IU has a helpful calculator for you to use when estimating your costs outside of tuition and mandatory fees.
Candidates who apply for admission will automatically be considered for merit-based scholarships, and no separate application is required. If you are selected for a scholarship award and/or graduate assistant position, you’ll be notified at the time of admission.
Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) through the online form for US citizens and immigrant permanent residents to apply for the federal Stafford and PLUS loan programs. The U.S. Department of Education offers additional information about federal aid available and completing the FAFSA.
Transcripts
No, scanned copies of transcripts are not considered official. An official transcript is sent directly from the school or registrar and includes an official seal, registrar signature, secure certification, or delivery method.
A “portal printout” of a transcript means a copy of a student transcript that was printed or downloaded directly from an online student portal (such as a university self-service website) rather than issued officially by the registrar. These printouts often:
- Come from a student’s personal account login
- May say “unofficial transcript”
- Can be screenshots, PDFs, or paper printouts
- Do not include an official seal, registrar signature, secure certification, or delivery method
- Can sometimes be altered more easily than official records
We require an official transcript sent directly from the school or registrar, either:
- Electronically through an approved transcript service, or
- In a sealed envelope mailed by the institution
Upload scanned copies of unofficial transcripts as an attachment to your standard application. We will use the unofficial documents to review your application until the official copy reaches us from your undergraduate university. Please send official transcripts to this address:
Kelley School of Business
MS Graduate Programs Office
1275 E. 10th Street
Suite 2010
Bloomington, IN 47405
Upload scanned copies of unofficial transcripts as an attachment to your standard application. We will use the unofficial documents to review your application until the official copy reaches us from your undergraduate university. Please send official transcripts to this address:
Office of International Services
Indiana University
Ferguson International Center
330 N. Eagleson Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47405, USA
International applicants
This information is for applicants with non-US undergraduate degrees. International applicants with US degrees should follow the same application processes and deadlines as domestic students with US degrees.
No, there is no separate application for international applicants.
Yes. We require all international students whose native language is not English to submit valid results from either the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or DET (Duolingo English Test).
The requirement is automatically waived for international applicants who have earned an undergraduate or post-graduate degree from an institution in which English was the language of instruction.
We require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 100 (on 120-point scale) or 5 (on 6-point scale), IELTS band score of 7.0, or DET score of 130 at the time of application to be eligible for admission.
Official score reports are required at the time of application and take approximately two weeks to be delivered. We cannot accept Duolingo English Test, IELTS, or TOEFL scores that are more than two years old.
International students are eligible for private loans, but expect most private loan companies to require a US citizen or permanent resident to act as a co-signer to secure the loan.
No. You can wait and submit financial support documentation after you receive your admission decision from the Kelley School. Indiana University, however, cannot complete your visa documentation (the I-20) until they have received proof of adequate financial support.
Yes, Indiana University and the Office of International Services offer extensive support services for international students, including visa assistance, orientation programs, academic advising, and cultural integration activities.
Yes, we will accept three-year bachelor's degrees from the UK, as the UK education system is similar to that of the US.
Please do not convert your GPA. Enter 0.00 if your university does not use a 4.0 scale. The admissions committee is familiar with transcripts from other countries and will be able to review your application accordingly.
Background requirements and prerequisites
Absolutely! Our graduate programs are designed to accommodate students from diverse academic backgrounds. Whether you have a degree in the sciences, humanities, engineering, or any other field, you are encouraged to apply.
Depending on the program you are applying to, you may need to complete certain prerequisite courses before beginning the program. Please review the specific program page for detailed requirements.
We do not require prior work experience for admission to our in-residence MS programs. Applicants should either graduate this year or have completed their undergraduate studies within the past three years.