• WSU has one of the few business programs in the U.S. in which all the business and accounting programs are fully accredited by AACSB International.
• Students can attend the MIS Alumni Event at Safeco field each spring to see a Mariners game, network with over 50 corporate representatives, and learn about the exciting field of MIS.
• The Mu Iota Sigma student professional organization, one of the first of its kind in the U.S., provides valuable leadership and networking opportunities.
• MIS and e-commerce students study in a state-of-the-art $500,000 e-classroom and share a new wireless classroom.
• Learn from top researchers and scholars--WSU business faculty are ranked 12th in the world in research productivity and maintain close relationships with high-tech leaders and businesses.
• Award-winning teaching faculty combine research and real-world experience into a dynamic classroom experience.
• WSU's MIS curriculum is at the international forefront and is the most comprehensive in the northwestern U.S.

A variety of state, federal, and university-sponsored programs are available to help students with educational costs.

For all students at WSU

Washington State University awards millions of dollars in financial aid and scholarships to students every year based on financial need, academic merit, or a combination of the two.

To get all the financial help WSU can provide, you'll need to do these two things:

• Complete the University's general scholarship application so you can be eligible for scholarship consideration, including departmental awards.
• Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) so WSU can consider you for aid (scholarships, grants, loans, etc.) based on financial need. Get started here.

Click here for more info about about WSU scholarships and financial aid

For students in management information systems

Students qualify for scholarships from the Carson College of Business and the Department of Management, Information Systems, and Entrepreneurship.

Mu Iota Sigma is an active, student-led professional organization that hosts guest speakers, visits businesses and organizations, and facilitates networking and leadership opportunities for our MIS students.

Consider management information systems as a major if you:

• Like working with people 
• Are a good communicator
• Enjoy leadership positions
• Are interested in technology
• Enjoy analyzing and solving problems
• Want great job and internship opportunities
• Want an incredibly flexible career in which you can work almost anywhere in a variety of occupations.

As an MIS professional, you can work anywhere in the world for any kind of organization.

You can choose from fields such as consulting, public accounting, information technology, aerospace, e-commerce, insurance, energy, and security. Graduates build successful careers as consultants, business analysts, systems analysts, technology and risk assurance auditors, network and systems administrators, project managers, and computer training and support personnel.

The U.S. Department of Labor forecasts that employment of information systems managers is expected to increase 36 percent or more through 2012. America’s CareerInfoNet (www.acinet.org) reports that 7 of the 10 fastest growing occupations requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher are computer related, emphasizing the value of the skills provided by the MIS program at WSU. 

Many of WSU's graduates seek positions in the Northwest, although some accept jobs throughout the world. 

Employers who have hired graduates from the MIS program include Andersen Consulting, AT&T Wireless, Boeing, Eddie Bauer, Hewlett Packard, IBM, Intel Corp., Itron, Microsoft, Motorola, Principal Financial Group, SAFECO, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Bank, U.S. West, and Weyerhaeuser. 

MIS graduates from WSU earn high starting salaries. Annual starting salaries are now around $50,000 for accomplished students. Many MIS graduates receive signing bonuses and stock options due to the demand for educated high-tech workers in this area.

Graduates from the M.B.A. program who emphasize MIS can get starting annual salaries between $50,000 to $80,000, depending on their prior work experience.

Graduates from the Ph.D. program with a concentration in MIS can expect to earn $85,000 to $130,000 per academic year.

The MIS program provides you with many opportunities to build your resume and enhance your placement.

Mu Iota Sigma, our student-run organization, creates an environment where students can expand their knowledge, leadership skills, and awareness of the MIS field. 

The MIS Department Internship Director, as well as WSU’s Career Services, offer information on the many internship opportunities now available to students in this very high-demand field.