The emphasis of the MS-ACS (Applied Computer Science) program at Northwest is on software development and those students take several programming classes. The MS-IS (Information Systems) program has some programming but also covers topics such as Systems Analysis and Design, Networking, Database, Financial Modeling, Business Analytics, and IT Ethics. There is a one-semester capstone course that allows students to practice IT skills on a larger project.
Learn about the M.S. Information Systems program, including an overview of our admission requirements.
The minimum criteria taken into consideration for admission include the candidate’s submission of TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo/PTE scores along with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Our required TOEFL score is 79. If you are taking IELTS, a minimum score of 6.5 is required. Duolingo requirement is 110 while PTE is 53. GRE is optional.
Learn more about the M.S. Information Systems program, including an overview of our admission requirements.
Yes, we will accept your GMAT score instead of the GRE. The GRE is optional.
Learn more about the M.S. Information Systems program, including an overview of our admission requirements.
In order for your transfer request to be granted, you must meet all of our admission requirements. As you are presently attending another university in the U.S., your transfer would also depend on your earning a GPA of at least 3.0 at your current U.S Institution. GRE is optional.
We do not accept any certification course or any equivalent certificate to waive your courses as they do not substitute for the course work pursued as part of our curriculum.
Northwest's tuition is relatively low compared to other institutions. In addition, new international students who are admitted without conditions (which includes nearly all admits) receive a $500 scholarship for their first semester of study.
When transferring to Northwest Missouri State University, please complete the following steps after you have been accepted to the university:
For more information, please contact Madi Glass at mglass@nwmissouri.edu or Cindy Williams at cindyw@nwmissouri.edu.
Yes, the M.S. in Information Systems program has a STEM CIP (11.0101) that currently allows an extra 24 months of OPT (Optional Practical Training) extension after completion of 12 month OPT period. Visit U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services for updates.
