United States · Master's · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Master of Science in Information and Communication Sciences

Top-ranked interdisciplinary professional master's curriculum combining enterprise cloud architecture, cybersecurity management, and business leadership.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 79
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Professional resume and 500-word career ambition essay
Recommendation letters: Three professional or academic references

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Graduate Assistantships providing USD $14,000 stipend plus full tuition waiver
Application fee: USD $60
Tuition / joining costs: Covered by assistantship (standard USD $27,400/yr)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official Ball State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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