Applications are handled by the Graduate School and candidates apply through the online admissions system, GWAAP. The Graduate School handles all paperwork. Only when a candidate's packet is complete, i.e. application form, official transcripts, GRE and TOEFL scores from ETS and application fee are received, do they release the packet to the department. Once the packet is released to the department, the departmental admissions committee evaluates the candidate and makes a recommendation to the Graduate School. The Graduate School notifies the candidate of the decision. If accepted, international students who submitted an Official Statement of Finances form are sent an I20. If the form has not been completed, the Graduate School sends an acceptance letter saying acceptance is dependent on receiving the Official Statement of Finances form. If the candidate receives financial support from the department, we will notify the Graduate School of the amount of support and the candidate must supply an Official Statement of Finances form for the difference, if any, in order to receive an I20.
The Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering does offer financial support (see Fellowships/Assistantships) to outstanding students, usually through teaching and/or research assistantships. A very limited number of fellowships may also be available. Competition for support is open to all students (MS, MISE and Ph.D. and international students). All students accepted for on campus graduate studies are automatically considered for any applicable assistantships and fellowships. No separate form or application is used. There are no set requirements for financial support, but many students with excellent qualifications apply each year for a limited number of positions. GPA, standardized test scores (GRE and TOEFL), technical background and interests are considered. While a position may become available at any time, we usually make decisions for most support positions for the August-May school year in March of the previous year.
