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    Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.)

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    Berkeley, USMIMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $46,125.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    60
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MIMS program based in Berkeley, US. Tuition is $46,125 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Two-year professional master's program training students in storing, organizing, retrieving, and analyzing information across business, public sector, and academic settings. Interdisciplinary curriculum covers computer science, data systems, human-centered design, policy, ethics, and management with core courses, electives, and a culminating group final project.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 6, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min at least 90 on the Internet-based version of the TOEFL
    IELTS
    required
    Min at least 7.0 out of 9.0 on the IELTS Academic test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $120,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $36,774.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley is $46,125 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley online or in-person?
    Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley take to complete?
    Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    Is Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley 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 Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley cohort?
    Master of Information Management and Systems (M.I.M.S.) at University of California-Berkeley typically enrolls around 60 students per cohort.