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    Master of Science in Management Information Systems

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    Tucson, USMSIn-person16 months
    STEM-OPT
    $69,951.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    90
    Cohort
    students
    33
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona is a 33-credit, 16-month, in-person MS program based in Tucson, US. Tuition is $69,951 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program focuses on the intersection of IT and business, covering topics such as enterprise data management, information systems analysis and design, business data communications, data mining, and information security. Students complete core courses and electives, including a master's project report.

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    #2 public graduate information systems program (U.S. News & World Report 2025)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 26, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min No minimum score requirement
    GMAT
    required
    Min No minimum score requirement
    TOEFL
    required
    Min For tests taken prior to January 21, 2026: Minimum score of 90 iBT or Home Edition iBT; For tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: Minimum overall score of 4.0 on the TOEFL 1-6 scale
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum test composite score of 7 (no subject area below 6)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $16,800.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona is $69,951 across 33 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona take to complete?
    Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona is structured around 16 months and 33 credits.
    Is Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona cohort?
    Master of Science in Management Information Systems at University of Arizona typically enrolls around 90 students per cohort.