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    US undergraduates in their senior year can apply through June 1.

    Prepare your application

  • Our MS in Accounting with Data and Analytics program is designed for hardworking students with integrity and passion who are eager to make an impact. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.

    We recommend you begin the process by reviewing the How to Apply instructions. 

    Application deadlines

    December 1

    Non-US undergraduates

    June 1

    US undergraduates in senior year

    When reviewing applications, we'll consider your:

    • Undergraduate degree
      Students who have completed a four-year undergraduate degree are eligible to apply for the MSADA program.
    • Academic record
      A grade point average of 3.2 and above is expected. The average GPA of students entering the MSADA program is 3.5.
    • GMAT/GRE scores
      The Kelley MSADA program has no GMAT or GRE minimum score requirement. The admissions committee will review applications holistically and will take all application requirements into consideration. See if you qualify for a GMAT waiver. You may also qualify for an application fee waiver. Check by contacting acctgrad@iu.edu. Current Kelley students are not required to submit test scores.
    • Resume
      You’re more than your GPA. We’ll look at your extracurricular activities, work history, volunteer projects, and military experience.
    • Personal statement
      Share your career plans and how you think the MSADA program will help realize your goals—and demonstrate your written communication skills. The statement should be one to two pages—about 500–700 words.
    • Letters of recommendation
      Provide information for two recommenders who know you academically and professionally.
    • Interviews
      Competitive applicants near Bloomington, Indiana, will be invited to campus for interviews. Applicants outside of the area will be interviewed in-person, via Skype, or over the phone.
    • TOEFL score
      All applicants who are not U.S. citizens must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). We do not accept IELTS scores. Minimum TOEFL scores required: 105 on new iBT, 620 or above, 260 or better on machine-scored test. Our TOEFL code is 001324. Current Kelley students are not required to submit test scores.

    Applications are now open for 2025 and 2026

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