Updated 6/30/2014
Application Instructions—International Student
The application should take approximately 30 minutes to complete using these directions. However, you may save your
progress and return to the application at a later time, if interrupted.
1. Go to the application at http://tinyurl.com/3xb78fl
You will now be in the “Online Graduate And Professional Admissions Application” for Indiana University.
In the heading titled “Online Graduate and Professional Admissions Application”,
o If you are a current Indiana University student, you should select “Logon”. This will directly import the
information the University already has on file for you.
If you are not a current Indiana University student, select “Create Guest Account” and follow the instructions to
create your account at Indiana University. (passphrase refers to your password)
o Please capitalize the initials of your name and use correct punctuation as the information you enter here
becomes your permanent record at Indiana University.
2. The application is most easily navigated using the tabs located at the top of the page.
3. You will now be in the “Desired Degree” tab.
In the section titled “Intended Program and Plan” complete all asterisked (*) questions.
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o In the line titled “Academic Program” SELECT “Business Information Systems Graduate Programs” in
the drop down list.
o In the line titled “Academic Plan” SELECT “MS In Information Systems”. (Applicants should plan to
graduate with bachelor’s degree before entering the program) http://www.kelley.iu.edu/isgp/
In the section titled “Term” fill out all the asterisked (*) questions.
o In the section titled “When do you wish to enroll in classes?” SELECT the FALL semester that you are
applying for.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Save”. Then CLICK “Next Page”.
NOTE: Scroll to the top of the page. If all required questions were completed, the “Application Information” tab at
the top of the page will display a green checkmark ( ). If not, the tab will display a red circle with a minus ( ) and
then detail the errors within the page.
4. You will now be in the “Personal Information” tab.
In the heading titled “Personal Information” complete all asterisked (*) questions.
In the heading titled “General Questions” complete all asterisked (*) questions.
OPTIONAL: In the heading titled “Ethnic Information” complete questions.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Save”.
NOTE: Scroll to the top of the page. If all required questions were completed, the “Personal Information” tab at
the top of the page will display a green checkmark ( ). If not, the tab will display a red circle with a minus ( )
and then detail the errors within the page.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Next Page.”
5. You will now be in the “Additional Information” tab.
In the heading titled “Bio-demographic Information” complete all asterisked (*) questions.
In the heading titled “Current Mailing Address” complete all asterisked (*) questions.
OPTIONAL: In the heading titled “Current Phone” complete questions.
In the heading titled “Electronic Address” complete the asterisked (*) question.
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In the heading titled “Third Party Contact Information” complete the asterisked (*) question.
In the heading titled “Residency” complete all asterisked (*) questions.
In the heading titled “Behavior” complete the asterisked (*) question.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Save”.
NOTE: Scroll to the top of the page. If all required questions were completed, the “Additional Information” tab at
the top of the page will display a green checkmark ( ). If not, the tab will display a red circle with a minus ( )
and then detail the errors within the page.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Next Page”.
6. You will now be in the “Application Information” tab.
OPTIONAL: In the heading titled “Other Universities” complete the questions.
In the heading titled “College/University Attended” complete the asterisked (*) questions.
o Please list all institutions of Higher Education that you have attended, past and present, including
Indiana University. If you are currently a student at IU, please list Indiana University— Bloomington first,
and work backwards for successive institutions by clicking on “Add” on the lower left. Please list your major
and your GPA for each institution. Do not list your High School or secondary institution. Indiana University
transcripts can be accessed electronically by our office; you need not request them. We can also access a
transfer credit report.
o Please request official transcripts from all institutions you have attended for undergraduate and
graduate level work. Have the Registrar of each institution mail them directly to our office (address
at bottom of this document). Official transcripts should be sent in a sealed envelope and bear the official
university seal. If you have not yet graduated, send a transcript of your current progress
now and supply us later with a final, official transcript showing the degree that you have earned
before you formally matriculate into our program.
OPTIONAL: The two headings of “Employment History” and “Publications” complete questions. Please do not
send materials that were not requested such as copies of articles, projects, etc. They are not evaluated or used
during our process.
In the heading titled “Test Information” report your scores for the GMAT/GRE or TOEFL.
o If you have not taken these tests, you will need to do so before the application deadline.
o Official scores reports are sent to a centralized location and uploaded into the IU computer system. They
should not be sent to the department. The IU Bloomington program code is for the GMAT is 8ZG-41-04;
GRE is 001324; TOEFL is 001324.
In the heading titled “Fee Waiver” IF you meet the criteria listed, then you can request a fee waiver. If not,
answer the asterisked (*) question.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Save”.
NOTE: Scroll to the top of the page. If all required questions were completed, the “Application Information” tab
at the top of the page will display a green checkmark ( ). If not, the tab will display a red circle with a minus ( )
and then detail the errors within the page.
7. You will now be in the “Department Information” tab.
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**Please do not use the link and PDF version provided. We do not accept paper recommendations.
We request the names of two people who can serve as your references. Recommendations should be from
two faculty members, or a faculty member and an employer, and they should be from people who can
comment thoughtfully on your academic or professional performance.
o Please enter the names and email addresses of the two persons who have agreed to serve as
your references. Your recommender will be sent an auto-email with an access code and
Instructions on how to proceed.
Under the heading “Personal Statement” upload your personal statement as a PDF document.
o Please use the information and guidelines below to prepare your personal statement, and not
the paragraph listed in this application.
o Prepare a personal statement that discusses your educational experiences, activities, and
goals. The essay may include influences in your life and the reasons you decided to apply to
the Masters Program. In what way do you believe this program will allow you to achieve your
career plans, or assist you in realizing your personal and professional goals? Please give these
questions extensive thought in order to formulate a thoughtful and well-prepared response. The
essay should be from one to two pages in length, but no longer than two pages
(approximately 700 words). Conciseness, clarity, grammar, style, and format will be considered.
Under the heading “Departmental Questions”, if you click on the link, it will take you to the Information Systems
Programs page with more information on the personal statement, letters of recommendation, evaluation
criteria, and contact information.
Under the heading “Resume, Writing Sample or Other Document” upload your current resume ONLY. Your
resume should include the following:
o Summer, part-time or full-time work experience, volunteer experience, or military
experience that demonstrates motivation, leadership, and perseverance.
o Involvement in extracurricular activities, personal achievements, awards.
o Involvement in social, professional, civic organizations, and leadership experience.
Under the heading “Additional Upload” upload a copy of your official transcripts, GMAT/GRE and TOEFL
scores that our office can review (as one document). You will still need to mail your original transcripts by the
application deadline for full consideration of your application.
At the bottom of the page, CLICK “Save”.
NOTE: Scroll to the top of the page. If all required questions were completed, the “Department Information” tab
at the top of the page will display a green checkmark ( ). If not, the tab will display a red circle with a minus ( )
and then detail the errors within the page.
8. You will now be in the “Submit” tab.
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In the heading titled “Check My Application” if any required fields are not completed, a list of errors to be fixed
will display. Return to the necessary tab(s) in the application to correct the error(s). Once done, return to the
“Submit” tab and proceed to submit the application.
In the heading titled “Application Fee” it should state “Your fee for this application is: $XX”.
NOTE: If an application fee should be waived because of a prior graduate application, or you meet the criteria
for the fee to be waived, in the heading titled “Application fee” it should read “Your fee for this application is: FEE
WAIVED, pending official documentation.”
In the heading titled “Submit” CLICK “Submit Application”. You will need to pay the $75 fee with a credit card.
Additional Information: Interviews
All competitive applicants to the MSIS will be invited for interviews. Applicants who are in or around Bloomington will
be invited to an on-campus group interview. Successful candidates will be invited for a second individual interview.
Applicants who are outside of the area will be interviewed via Skype or over the phone.
Confirmations:
Please do not phone our office for confirmation of your completed application & supporting documents. It uses time
that we need for processing. If something is missing we will email you for it. The electronic system works remarkably
well.
International applicants currently outside the US: completed applications received at the ISGP office by the deadline
will be considered for interviews which will take place in January. Interviews are by invitation only.
International applicants, currently in the US who completed a degree at a US institution (not Indiana University):
completed applications received by the deadline will be considered for interviews on a rolling basis. Interviews are by
invitation only.
International students who are current Indiana University students: follow the instructions and deadlines that apply to
current Kelley School of Business applicants. Interviews are by invitation only.
Thank you for submitting your application for the Master of Science in Information Systems at the Kelley School of
Business at Indiana University!
We will be in touch with you soon.
Information Systems Graduate Programs
Kelley School of Business, Indiana University
1275 East 10th Street, Suite CG2000
Bloomington, IN 47405-1703
Phone: 812-855-7200 | Fax:812-856-4123
http://www.kelley.iu.edu/isgp/
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