You’ve got questions, we’ve probably already got answers.
Admission Woes
- When will I hear about my application decision?
It typically takes six to eight weeks to get a response from us after the review of applications start. We begin to review applications after our application deadlines. For the PhD this would mean review will start after the December 1st deadline. For the Master’s programs this means after the January 15th deadline.
- What does it mean if I am conditionally admitted?
It means we are waiting to receive your official transcript. After which we will change your status to “regular”.
Degree Details
- Are there any prerequisite classes? [AKA I don’t know any programming!!!]
No there aren’t. Students from all undergraduate majors and with a wide range of academic coursework are admitted.
However should you select the more analytical specialty of Information Analysis &
Retrieval, if you do not have programming experience, we recommend that you study enough programming during the summer to waive out of at least the first level programming course. Preparatory study material will be sent during the summer for admitted students.
- Does UMSI accept transfer credit?
After you’ve completed 8 credit hours in good standing here at UMSI, you will have the ability to transfer up to 6 graduate-level credits in which you obtained a B letter grade or higher. However, these course must no have been used towards any other diploma or certificate.
- What are some classes offered at UMSI? And what are they like?
While lectures may be 100+ students, discussion sections are generally capped at 20 students. This allows for more instructor/student interaction. Also there are a LOT of group projects in UMSI. It’s a way to collaborate with people from different ideologies and experiences. At first I dreaded it, as my prior experiences with group projects hadn’t been the best, but my team dynamics at UMSI have been fluid and very productive.
Mo’ Money
- What sort of funding or scholarships does your school offer? [AKA How can I make this amazing degree affordable?]
All UMSI departmental funding is in the form of merit tuition scholarships. UMSI merit scholarships range from partial to full tuition coverage, with possible additional benefits, (regardless of residency status) for four semester of full-time MSI coursework.
Additionally many students obtain Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) positions or relevant part-time jobs during the year to help cover the cost of tuition and living expenses. Part-time jobs are rather easy to secure as there are many opportunities emailed through the UMSI listserv.
City Scoop
- What’s Ann Arbor like?
Ann Arbor is a quaint town, with lots to do despite it's size. Many cultures are represented here and you can find food (restaurants, grocers) from all over the world. It's pretty safe here, so walking about at night is generally not an issue. Public transportation is phenomenal moving around Ann Arbor and the neighboring town of Ypsilanti; there's even a bus that will take you straight to the Detroit Airport and an Amtrak station. The nature is gorgeous, with lots of nearby parks such as The Arboretum.
Hello! I am an applicant for your MSI program and I have already submitted my application. Just wanted to know how soon I will get the confirmation letter from the admission office. Also, as for the timeline of admission decision, does it mean that I will probably get notification 6-8 weeks after I submitted my application after Jan. 15 or it means that it takes about 6-8 weeks after I get the confirmation letter?
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DeleteHi Eleanor, after submitting your application you should get an automated email confirming that you've submitted. In terms of a decision, if you applied by the Jan.15 deadline you should be hearing back within the next few weeks. Hope this helps!
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