This article primarily includes the following content:
1. Introduction to Management Information Systems (MIS) in the US, how to choose schools, and exam preparation.
2. 2018 US News Best Information Systems Programs ranking table.
3. A list of universities offering Management Information Systems programs among 165 comprehensive universities in the US, including overall rankings, school names, program names (in both Chinese and English), and affiliated departments.
4. Admission requirements for 62 US universities offering Management Information Systems (MIS) programs (program name, undergraduate major requirements, deadlines, TOEFL/IELTS, GRE/GMAT and GPA requirements, as well as other important information).
5. Various application materials: PS/recommendation letters/resume writing tutorials.
6. Interview experiences from four schools.
A reminder for students:
① Due to the vast amount of information, we strive to provide more information for students’ reference, but there may inevitably be omissions or errors. Students should choose what is relevant to their situation.
② Due to WeChat’s length limitation, some content has been made into Easter eggs. The method to access the Easter eggs can be found at the end of this article.
Introduction to Management Information Systems (MIS) in the US
The full name of MIS is Management Information System. There are many similar programs to MIS, such as Information System and Information Technology Management. For example, the related program at the University of Washington is called Information System, while Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers Information Technology Management.
Management Information Systems (MIS) is a human-centered system that uses computer hardware, software, and network devices to collect, transmit, store, process, and organize information. It perfectly combines business and information technology, making information acquisition more convenient and work more efficient, greatly improving organizational operational efficiency. Unlike information systems, MIS is a planned system that achieves management functions by collecting, storing, and transmitting necessary data.
The MIS program can be roughly divided into five directions based on different school focuses: Information Technology Management, Information Security Policy Management, Information Technology, Data Science, and Library Information Science.
The three main employment directions for MIS professionals: Software developers/network or system administrators/business information management. Those familiar with the US should know that these employment directions are currently among the highest-paying fields in the country. The MIS program not only has relatively easy employment opportunities but also offers very competitive salary prospects. As long as you have solid professional knowledge and rich project experience, employment will not be a major issue.
Choosing Schools for Management Information Systems (MIS) in the US:
Choosing the right schools for applying to MIS is the most critical factor in successfully obtaining an offer in the future. Generally speaking, if you choose the right schools, the probability of receiving an offer is absolutely over 70%.
You can consider the following dimensions when choosing schools for MIS:
1. Rankings
Generally, refer to the US News graduate program rankings, specifically the Best Information Systems Programs rankings. The complete rankings include average GPA and GMAT scores; remember, these are averages.
Ranking Screenshot:
The complete 2018 US News Best Information Systems Programs ranking has been made into an Easter egg, and the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
2) Additionally, we have compiled a list of universities offering Management Information Systems programs among 165 comprehensive universities in the US. The list includes overall rankings, school names, program names (in both Chinese and English), and affiliated departments.
Screenshot of universities offering Management Information Systems programs among 165 comprehensive universities in the US:
The complete list of universities offering Management Information Systems programs among 165 comprehensive universities has been made into an Easter egg, and the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
2. GPA, GMAT/GRE, TOEFL/IELTS Requirements
GRE/GMAT: Generally, MIS programs offered under business schools accept both GRE and GMAT, while most programs not under business schools tend to only accept GRE.
TOEFL: Top-ranked schools generally require a TOEFL score of 100, with some schools accepting scores of 90 or higher.
Work Experience: Students are advised to have relevant work experience, though few schools have strict requirements for it.
Undergraduate Major Background: Most programs do not have strong requirements for applicants’ undergraduate major backgrounds. However, applicants with backgrounds in statistics, mathematics, or computer science may find it easier at the graduate level (especially for technical programs).
We have compiled the admission requirements for 62 universities offering Management Information Systems programs in the US, including GPA, GRE/GMAT, TOEFL/IELTS score requirements.
Taking Johns Hopkins University’s Information Systems program as an example:
List of 62 schools (click to see larger image):
The complete admission requirements for 62 universities offering Management Information Systems programs have all been made into an Easter egg, and the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
3. Tuition:
Regarding tuition, this may be a factor that hinders your school selection. You can obtain this information from the 2018 US News Best Information Systems Programs rankings. Tuition ranking screenshot:
The complete tuition ranking table for the 2018 US News Best Information Systems Programs has been made into an Easter egg, and the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
Taking Johns Hopkins University’s Information Systems program as an example:
The complete tuition requirements for 62 universities offering Management Information Systems programs have all been made into an Easter egg, and the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
4. Geographic Location
Since MIS has a background combining engineering and business, students enrolled in this program have a relatively high probability of finding internships and job opportunities in the US. If applicants aim to stay in the US or consider job opportunities there, it is strongly recommended to choose locations with a good IT atmosphere, such as:
California
Even applying to top schools like Stanford or Berkeley is quite challenging; other schools in California may still be worth considering even if they are not highly ranked. After all, Silicon Valley is there, and the demand is there. Some companies will still prioritize local graduates when applying for internships and jobs.
Seattle, Washington
For example, the University of Washington, Seattle is a hub for Amazon and Intel, hosting several recruitment fairs each year, which is a great advantage.
North Carolina’s Triangle Area
With Duke University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and North Carolina State University as the main institutions, the Triangle Area has high-tech parks, including companies like SAS, IBM, Cisco, and EMC.
New York
Although New York is known as a financial center, there is also a huge demand for high-tech companies. Since Columbia University does not have related programs, graduates from New York University (NYU) and Fordham University have a significant advantage in finding internships and jobs in New York due to their geographical advantages.
We have organized two related articles:
We have made the above materials into Easter eggs; the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
Exam Section:
After identifying target schools, the only two things you need to do are to achieve the required TOEFL/IELTS and GRE/GMAT scores according to the school’s requirements, and you must complete these scores before June of the application year. For these two exams, you can refer to the following links.
After fighting for 60 days, I scored 115 on the TOEFL from 92 (including strategies for high scores and selected preparation materials).
With a CET-4 score of 500, I fought for 30 days, scoring 89 on the first attempt and 111 on the second (a story of blood and tears T_T + premium material sharing).
A sincere and complete experience of achieving a score of 7 on the IELTS in 50 days (including a recommended package of 7.5G materials for listening, speaking, reading, and writing).
In 30 days, I achieved a score of 7.0 on the IELTS (L7.5, R7.5, W6.5, S6.5), with all the desired experiences, plans, and preparation materials here.
For non-elite students, I prepared for 26 days and scored 330 on the GRE; a strong experience sharing (with selected preparation materials).
Self-studying for 45 days, I scored (V165+Q170) on the GRE, with preparation materials and methods packed for sharing.
21 experts with GMAT scores over 700: a summary of methods and materials for preparation.
【Three attempts at GMAT】660-600-750, the story of an expert worth reading~ (with 25.8G high-score preparation materials).
Application Materials Section:
Written Materials:
1. PS:
For how to prepare PS, please refer to the following article:
All the information is here~ In-depth analysis of PS writing for US graduate applications【Including 20 prestigious schools’ official websites and professors’ preferences + 95 excellent sample essays】.
2. Recommendation Letters:
For how to prepare recommendation letters, please refer to the following article:
US graduate recommendation letter tutorial (including 96 templates across 3 major categories) If you don’t know how to do it, count me out~~
3. CV:
For how to prepare your CV, please refer to the following article:
US graduate application – resume writing tutorial (including 125 resume templates).
Application Submission:
Each university’s official website has detailed instructions on the application submission process. If you can’t handle this yourself, don’t DIY. However, one important point is that application deadlines vary among US universities, ranging from November 1 to February of the following year, but most will close before December 31, so please make sure to submit before the deadline. We have compiled the application time requirements for 62 universities offering Management Information Systems programs in the US.
Taking Johns Hopkins University’s Information Systems program as an example:
List of 62 schools (click to see larger image):
The complete application time requirements for universities offering Management Information Systems programs have all been made into an Easter egg, and the method to access the Easter egg can be found at the end of this article.
In addition, for online applications, we also prepared the following articles:
Five major online application systems for US graduate applications【Illustrated tutorial + 36 must-know questions】.
Interview Experiences:
We have prepared interview experiences from the following schools for students’ reference. They have all been made into Easter eggs, and the method to access the Easter eggs can be found at the end of this article.
Visa Section:
For the visa process, students can refer to the following article:
Essential information | You won’t find a more comprehensive US study visa guide.
The Easter eggs are here
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This issue’s Easter eggs:
1. 2018 US News Best Information Systems Programs ranking.
2. A list of universities offering Management Information Systems programs among 165 comprehensive universities in the US, including overall rankings, school names, program names (in both Chinese and English), and affiliated departments.
3. Complete admission requirements for 62 universities offering Management Information Systems (MIS) programs (including program name, undergraduate major requirements, deadlines, TOEFL/IELTS, GRE/GMAT, and GPA requirements, as well as other important information).
List of 62 schools (click to see larger image):
4. Interview experiences for Management Information Systems programs in the US.
5. Others.
Method to access the Easter eggs
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