TOEFL Applicants who received their degrees in countries other than the U.S., U.K., Australia, or English-speaking Canada are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). For students taking the TOEFL, your most recent score must be at least 90 on the Internet-based version of the TOEFL. For students taking the IELTS, your most recent score must be at least 7.0 out of 9.0 on the IELTS Academic test. We recommend taking the TOEFL or IELTS no later than October, and preferably earlier. To be valid, the TOEFL or IELTS must have been taken within the past 18 months: for applicants for Fall 2018 admission, test scores taken before June 2015 will not be accepted. IELTS Applicants who received their degrees in countries other than the U.S., U.K., Australia, or English-speaking Canada are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). For students taking the TOEFL, your most recent score must be at least 90 on the Internet-based version of the TOEFL. For students taking the IELTS, your most recent score must be at least 7.0 out of 9.0 on the IELTS Academic test. We recommend taking the TOEFL or IELTS no later than October, and preferably earlier. To be valid, the TOEFL or IELTS must have been taken within the past 18 months: for applicants for Fall 2018 admission, test scores taken before June 2015 will not be accepted. GRE All applicants must submit valid test results from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). Either exam is acceptable for admission to the MIMS program. We recommend taking the GRE or GMAT no later than October, and preferably earlier. To be valid, the exam must have been taken within the past 5 years: for applicants for Fall 2018 admission, test scores taken before December 2011 will not be accepted. GMAT All applicants must submit valid test results from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). Either exam is acceptable for admission to the MIMS program. We recommend taking the GRE or GMAT no later than October, and preferably earlier. To be valid, the exam must have been taken within the past 5 years: for applicants for Fall 2018 admission, test scores taken before December 2011 will not be accepted.

PS The Statement of Purpose should succinctly explain your reasons for applying to the I School, briefly review your relevant academic preparation and work experience, and describe your future professional goals once the degree is acquired. The focus should be on your preparation, experience, and aims rather than a discussion of the trends or the importance of information in general. The most successful statements are 1–2 pages in length and focus on the strengths and experiences of the applicant, providing the reviewers with evidence and justification for admitting those applicants who are qualified and well-suited for the I School. GPA You should have a superior scholastic record — normally well above a 3.0 GPA. CV Please upload a current resumé, reflecting your work experience, education, and any other relevant information. We request that resumés be 1–2 pages in length and be in a chronological format. The resumé should be uploaded as a PDF document as part of the online application. Fee Fee for domestic applicants: $105.Fee for international applicants: $125. RL We prefer that letters come from a current or former employer. Select individuals with whom you have had considerable professional interaction such as your supervisor or a major client. The title or status of those you select is not important, what does matter is how closely your recommenders have worked with you and whether they can attest to your value as an employee, your professional accomplishments, and your personal qualities and interpersonal skills in an organizational context. Letters or recommendations from co-workers, someone you have supervised, or personal and family friends are inappropriate and can be detrimental to your application. Transcript As part of the online application, upload copies of the official transcripts or academic records for all university-level studies you have completed abroad and at U.S. institutions. Be sure to include a current transcript from every post-secondary school that you have attended, including community colleges, summer sessions, and extension programs.