Admission Requirements
Admission deadlines**:
Fall 2017 Entry Term.
Round 3 - February 1, 2017
Round 4 - April 3, 2017
Round 5 - June 26, 2017
Round 6 - July 17, 2017
Recommendations required:
Two (2) recommendations
Prior academic records:
Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission.
International applicants should upload only the English-language version of their transcripts.
Statement of purpose:
In no more than 500 words, describe how the MSIST program fits into your professional life and your career objectives.
Additional requirements:
A current resume is required for all MSIST applicants.
International applicants only:
Please review International Applicant Information carefully for details on required documents, earlier deadlines for applicants requiring an I-20 or DS-2019 from GW, and English language requirements.
PLEASE NOTE that the minimum English language test scores required by this program are:
Academic IETLS: an overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0; or
TOEFL: 600 on paper-based, or 100 on Internet-based; or
Academic PTE: 68
** Prospective candidates for fellowships/assistantships must submit a completed application packet (including test scores) by January 15. Later applications will be considered if funds are still available.
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
George Washington University
Graduate Admissions - School of Business
2201 G Street NW - Duques Hall, Suite 550
Washington, DC 20052
Contact for questions:
business@gwu.edu ~ 202-994-1212
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday