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MS Information Systems at University of Washington

University of Washington, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Information Systems is a one-year, full-time, STEM-designated programme for working professionals at the Foster School of Business, blending business insight with applied AI, data strategy and technology management. Classes are held in evening and weekend formats, and an optional spring Bridge programme supports applicants with limited tech experience.

Faculty: Michael G. Foster School of Business  |  Duration: 12 months (MSIS Direct); 15 months including spring bridge quarter (MSIS Bridge)  |  Intake: MSIS Direct summer start; MSIS Bridge spring start  |  Location: Seattle, WA, United States

What you will study

Coursework includes hands-on projects applying generative AI and predictive analytics; a sample course is Generative AI in the Era of Cloud Computing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Foster MSIS: at least the equivalent of a bachelor's degree (non-technical degrees common); GPA 3.0 over last 90 quarter or 60 semester graded credits; GMAT/GRE optional, test-optional applicants must meet two of four criteria (GPA 3.3+ with strong quantitative grades, STEM degree, four upper-level quantitative courses, or 2+ years analytical work) and answer a 75-word prompt; non-native English speakers need TOEFL iBT 92 (4.5 new scoring), IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo 125; two recommendation letters; Statement of Purpose; resume; video interview; exposure to databases, data networking and an object-oriented development environment; $90 fee. Deadlines: MSIS Direct Round 1 Nov 10, 2026, Round 2 Jan 5, 2027, Round 3 rolling to June 1, 2027; MSIS Bridge Round 1 Oct 20, 2026, Round 2 Dec 1, 2026.

Graduate programmes open for admission at different times and have varying deadlines; entry quarter and dates are set by each programme.

Graduate application fee is $90 (USD), or $75 for Graduate Non-Matriculated applications, paid online by MasterCard or Visa; each submitted application requires a separate fee. Application dates and deadlines vary by programme and are shown in the Graduate School online application. The Law (JD), Dentistry (DDS), Pharmacy (PharmD) and Medicine (MD) programmes do not use the Graduate School application.

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