Graduate Admissions

UIS Global offers a streamlined admissions process for international graduate students. Our admissions team will place you in the appropriate track for your needs. Final tuition is based on your program, and housing and dining selections. Find all important dates and start your application below.

Degree Admissions Requirements

UIS Global is designed to set international students up for success. Our team makes sure you are prepared to start your degree program with confidence.

Find the degree you are interested in the dropdown menu below. Degrees are organized by school.

Computer Science (MS)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Prerequisites
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
2.5+
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
For students from non-computer science/engineering or related technical degrees, additional prerequisite coursework may be assigned as part of study plan. The equivalent of CSC 385 Data Structures and Algorithms is required for all international students and must be completed before admission.
Statement of Purpose
Fall, Spring
Cybersecurity Management
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Prerequisites
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
None
None
Fall, Spring
Data Analytics (MS)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Prerequisites
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
2.5+
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
For students from non-computer science/engineering or related technical degrees, additional prerequisite coursework may be assigned as part of study plan. The equivalent of CSC 385 Data Structures and Algorithms is required for all international students and must be completed before admission.
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
Statement of Purpose
Fall, Spring
Master of Environmental Science
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Prerequisites
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
3.25
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
None
Essay
Fall
Master of Public Health-General (MPH)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Prerequisites
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
2.5+
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
- Essay addressing the areas outlined in the application:
(1) What are the most urgent public health problems facing your community today?
(2) How will a master’s degree in public health help prepare you to address these problems?
(3) Which area of public health specialization appeals most to you?
- Three letters of recommendation on letterhead from employers, professional peers, or educators
Fall, Spring
Master of Public Health-Environmental Health (MPH-EH)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Prerequisites
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
2.5+
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent, in Biochemistry, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Studies, Physics, Medical Laboratory, Statistics, Zoology or equivalent, from an accredited university. Degrees which meet the pre-requisite coursework requirement also considered.
Students are required to have 30 natural science credit hours (e.g., biochemistry, biology, math, calculus, physics, chemistry, etc.)
- Essay addressing the areas outlined in the application:
(1) What are the most urgent public health problems facing your community today?
(2) How will a master’s degree in public health help prepare you to address these problems?
(3) Which area of public health specialization appeals most to you?
- Three letters of recommendation on letterhead from employers, professional peers, or educators
Fall, Spring
Management of Information Systems (MS)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Prerequisites
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
2.5+
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
Additional prerequisite coursework may be assigned as part of the study plan.
Fall, Spring

Master of Public Administration

Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Qualifying Undergraduate Degree
Prerequisites
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
Graduate Direct
2.5+
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 79
Duolingo 105
iTEP 3.8
PTE 50
Four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in any discipline from an accredited university
No prerequisites required for admission. However, students without US Government and Microeconomics coursework will be assigned a workshop as part of their study plan.
- Statement describing career goals and how MPA degree would enhance professional development
- Resume
Fall, Spring

Dates & Costs

Shorelight Signature Student Experience services – including application assistance, visa help, student services, academic support, campus transition, and career services – are included in your UIS Global program cost. Opt-in programs and services may cost extra. Fees for tuition, housing, dining, and additional services will vary by school, degree program, housing location and amenities, selected meal plan, and similar preferences.

For important dates and detailed tuition, housing, and dining costs please visit our Shorelight profile page.

How to Apply

Start your international student application below. You can save your progress at any time and resume later. We will send you a confirmation email after receiving your completed application. Please contact us if you have questions.

Before you begin, you will need the following documents:

  • A bachelor’s degree in a related field and any post-secondary transcripts
  • Test scores for any specific standardized tests
  • Copy of your passport
  • English-language test scores*

*Acceptable English-language tests include TOEFL and IELTS.

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