FAQ

The cost varies, depending on residency status. Texas residents have a lower price than nonresidents. If a student is awarded the Dean’s of Excellence Scholarship, in addition to the $1,000 scholarship for the academic year (not per semester), they will also qualify for the Texas resident tuition rate, which can amount to significant savings.

The estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) at UT Dallas is determined by the Office of Financial Aid each year and is based on the average costs students may incur each semester. Tuition and fees are based on several factors, including the number of credit hours taken and program-specific costs.

The Tuition Estimate Calculator can be used to calculate the estimated tuition cost for one semester at UT Dallas. Additional tools are provided by the Bursar to help you estimate costs. Please remember that attending UT Dallas has additional costs such as housing, meals, insurance and other fees that students need to consider when evaluating the costs per semester. Please take the time to truly understand the total costs for your UTD experience.

To estimate your costs, use the financial aid calculator.

Tuition estimator: https://bursar.utdallas.edu/tuition/tuition-estimates/

MSIE graduate core courses are usually offered in the evenings, starting at 5 p.m. and ending at 9:45 p.m., Monday through Thursday. JSOM offers elective courses throughout the entire day, so as part of your planning process, we encourage you to look to all elective course options and consider the times and semesters offered.

Students pursuing the MSIE degree program are required to complete one semester credit hour of Professional Development (MAS 6102). Students must take MAS 6102 in their first semester at UTD as pass/fail.

Specific courses have prerequisites, so carefully check the coursebook description before enrolling.

Degree credit is not earned for prerequisites; however, the grade achieved in prerequisites will count toward your grade-point average (GPA).

This is probably the most often-asked question. All Financial Aid and Scholarship questions are answered by the UTD Financial Aid Department.

There are UTD scholarships; however, most graduate-level scholarships are provided by the specific UTD school you are entering for your program, and they are typically merit based. You are eligible for scholarships your first semester. The MSIE program is in the Jindal School of Management, referred to as JSOM.

Link to UTD General info regarding funding options https://www.utdallas.edu/costs-scholarships-aid

Link to JSOM graduate scholarships: https://jindal.utdallas.edu/student-resources/scholarships/graduate-scholarships/

Remember, you can apply for a scholarship once you have submitted your application to UTD; however, your application will not be processed until you are actually admitted.

Link to UTD General Financial Aid page: https://graduate-admissions.utdallas.edu/apply-to-utt-dallas/funding-and-financial-aid/

International graduate students not eligible for need-based grants through UT Dallas. If you are provided with any scholarship, it will be mentioned in your Form I-20.

International students can apply for loans, but they need a credit-worthy co-signer who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who resides in the United State. UT Dallas does not have its own loan program. If you would like to pursue a private education loan, you will need to select a lender and apply directly. While UT Dallas may be asked by the lender to confirm your are a student, the University is not otherwise involved in the process and cannot recommend any lender. Additional information can be found on the Office of Financial Aid’s Private Education Loans page.

The Jindal School of Management (JSOM) provides teaching assistantship (TA) and research assistantship (RA) to highly qualified graduate students currently enrolled in JSOM. Assistantship requirements may include, but are not limited to, academic performance in UTD courses, prior experience, and exceptional skills required by the academic area. There are also several limitations when acquiring a TA position, such you cannot apply until after your first semester, you need a 3.4 GPA, and no concurrent scholarships or internships with your TA position.

Link to Teaching Assistant website: https://jindal.utdallas.edu/student-resources/assistantships/

Absolutely! There are many students at UTD, but there are also a variety of student worker jobs on campus. Apply today!

Link to student work info:https://studentemployment.utdallas.edu/students/faq/

The MSIE program is a total of 36 hours. Students choose how long they want to be in the MSIE program based on whether they want to attend summer courses. Upon entering the program, most students select 9 credit hours per semester to finish the MSIE in four semesters. In the first semester, some international students have to complete a one-credit-hour professional communication course. It’s possible to finish the MSIE program in three semesters; however, most students elect a four-semester plan.

We recommend planning your entire program while enrolling in your first semester at UTD. You will need to identify what courses are available each semester. Your Program Director and Advising Team can assist you with course selections.

Link to the MSIE Catalog: https;//catalog.utdallas.edu/now/graduate/programs/jsom/innovation-entrepreneurship

No, the MSIE program is not STEM designated. For those who really want or need a STEM designated program, consider a double degree.

Link to STEM Degrees to add to your Master of Science, Innovation and Entrepreneurship: https://osim.utdallas.edu/ms-innovation-entrepreneurship/stem-double-degrees/.

Yes! Check out the many, many certificate programs UTD offers.

The application process is easy, just be prepared to pay your application fee and submit the required documents, such as your official transcript(s), a resume, personal/professional recommendations, and a personal statement (essay) telling UTD why you want to be admitted to the particular program you have chosen.

As long as you submit the online application and pay the application fee before the application deadline, you will be considered for admission. All documents must be submitted before you can be considered for financial aid, scholarships or admitted into the program. After all the documents are turned in, there is still a processing time of approximately four weeks. It is in your best interest to submit all your documentation as soon as possible.

Hint #1: Watch those deadlines for admission and scholarships. If you see they are due the same day, plan ahead. You must be admitted before you are considered for a scholarship!

Hint #2: If you do not get into your preferred program, because admission is very selective, do not be discouraged from pursuing a different grad degree. Look at all the amazing UTD grad programs and choose a second choice on your application.

If you are notified that you are not accepted to your preferred program, we recommend you submit another personal statement about why you would like to be considered for your second choice.

Link to the admissions page: https://jindal.utdallas.edu/admission-requirements/masters/

You bet! Our international Student Support Organization (ISSO) is dedicated exclusively to supporting international students. With students from over 100 countries, UT Dallas is a global community, and we are here to help every international student succeed.

Link to ISSO: https://isso.utdallas.edu/
Link to International Student FAQs: https://isso.utdallas.edu/joining-ut-dallas/faq/
Link to International Student Resources: https://isso.utdallas.edu/isso-home/international-student-success/

Absolutely! Visit our Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) site. The Institute extends your experience beyond your academics. Connect with the local innovation and entrepreneurship community, meet like-minded students and professionals, participate in business idea pitch competitions, attend industry lunch n’ learns, and be part of building an entrepreneurial community at UTD. Plus, there are over 400 UTD Student Organizations across campus to enrich your life. It is up to you to create your own experience. Get in there and be a part of everything UTD has to offer.

While we offer many courses online, we are not 100% online. We have plans to have all MSIE core courses available online; however, it will be some time in 2027 before we meet that goal.

Note: F-1 students are limited to one (1) online course per semester.

Yes, the minimum required total for both degrees is 55 semester credit hours; however you may have to do more than the minimum 55 semester credit hours based on the other master’s program you select.

Part-time is the designation for those UTD students taking 9 semester credit hours or less per semester. You can even take one course (3 semester credit hours) per semester if you desire.

International students must take at least 9 credit hours in the fall and spring semesters, which for visa purposes, is considered full-time.

Yes. Applicants who have earned a three year baccalaureate degree are eligible to apply for admission to UT Dallas graduate programs.

Under the choice Ace, qualified veterans, spouses and dependents are elegible for in-state tuition at UTD regardless of their state of residence. For more information, please visit the UT Dallas Frequently Asked VA Questions page.