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Information Systems Management
Carnegie Mellon University
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Overview
Carnegie Mellon Heinz College’s Master of Information Systems Management uses holistic review. The program does not publish a portfolio requirement; it emphasizes the essay, academic transcript/quantitative preparation, and standardized tests, with GRE/GMAT required unless waived and English proficiency required when applicable.
Admission criteria
PortfolioLow
No portfolio, work-sample, or creative/technical portfolio is listed as an admissions requirement for MISM.
Bar to clear: Not used by this program
Statement of PurposeHigh
The required essay is used to assess career goals, prior preparation, and fit with Heinz College.
Bar to clear: 700-1100 words covering career goals, prior experience, and why Heinz
Academics & GPAMedium
The committee reviews transcripts holistically and looks for strong quantitative preparation and overall academic readiness.
Bar to clear: Strong undergraduate transcript; B or higher in pre-calculus for GRE/GMAT waiver
Test scoresHigh
GRE/GMAT scores are required unless waived; English proficiency scores are required for non-native English speakers.
Bar to clear: GRE/GMAT required unless waived; IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL minimums
Application components
Required essayOfficial transcript / course-by-course evaluation reportGRE / GMAT score reportTOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo score report
How to stand out
→Write a focused essay that links your background to specific MISM outcomes and Heinz fit.
→Show clear quantitative preparation on the transcript, especially pre-calculus or higher math.
→Submit strong GRE/GMAT results unless you clearly qualify for the waiver.
→If English testing applies, aim above the minimum, since the published recommended level is higher.
Source confidence
96%Well sourced
Sources
Apply to the Information Systems Management Masters | CMU Heinz
www.heinz.cmu.edu/programs/information-systems-management-master/admissions-how-to-apply
Primary admissions page listing holistic review, required essay, transcripts, GRE/GMAT policy, and English proficiency requirement.
Heinz College English Language Proficiency Requirements
www.heinz.cmu.edu/admissions/checklist/exam-results
Official minimum and recommended TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo scores.
Standardized Test Scores | Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College
www.heinz.cmu.edu/admissions/checklist/test-scores
Official GRE/GMAT reporting policy and confirmation that MISM uses GRE/GMAT submission with the application.
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