Getting in, getting started
We enroll new students in the fall semester only, which begins in late August every year. Admission is competitive and there is limited capacity, so we recommend applying early. We make decisions on a rolling basis, meaning that we consider each application as it's completed rather than considering in large batches.
Fall 2022 application deadlines
- Priority deadline for merit-based awards: December 15 - Admission to the program is extremely competitive, and our cohorts typically fill prior to the final application deadline. We strongly encourage you to apply by the December 15 priority deadline.
- Final international deadline: March 15
- Final domestic deadline: June 15
Application fee
- Domestic applicants: $60
- International applicants: $100
Minimum requirements
You must meet all of the below requirements to be considered for admission. GMAT/GRE scores are optional.
Bachelor’s degree
Earned from a regionally accredited college/university or equivalent from another country. We accept students from all undergraduate majors; a business degree is not required.
English proficiency: TOEFL/IELTS
International candidates only. Minimum TOEFL scores are 100 iBT, 600 CBT, and 7.0 IELTS with no sub-score below 6.0. Waivers available for those who qualify.
GPA
Cumulative 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale, or foreign equivalent.
Talk to a current student
Our student ambassadors provide a real-life perspective on what it’s really like to be a master's in Business Analytics student at Tippie. See profiles and contact info for all of our ambassadors, and reach out for insights and advice any time.
Application checklist
Before we can consider you for admission, we need a complete application, which includes all the items below. For details on each, see the Application Process.
- TOEFL or IELTS (international candidates only)
- Online application
- Resume
- Statement of purpose
- Unofficial transcripts