IE University is a top international university in Spain with campuses in Madrid and Segovia. Recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions in the world, IE shapes leaders who drive innovation and change in organizations, providing a learning environment where technologies and diversity play a key role in fostering global vision, an entrepreneurial mindset and a humanistic approach.
IE is an eminently international institution, dedicated to preparing students from 130 countries in cities that include Madrid, Segovia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Providence, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Cape Town, and Shanghai. The diversity they offer grants students an international outlook necessary to successfully face an increasingly globalized world.
Founded in 1973, IE offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and executive education programs in various fields of knowledge, grouped into five schools:
IE University is a top international university in Spain with campuses in Madrid and Segovia. Recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions in the world, IE shapes leaders who drive innovation and change in organizations, providing a learning environment where technologies and diversity play a key role in fostering global vision, an entrepreneurial mindset and a humanistic approach.
IE is an eminently international institution, dedicated to preparing students from 130 countries in cities that include Madrid, Segovia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Providence, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Cape Town, and Shanghai. The diversity they offer grants students an international outlook necessary to successfully face an increasingly globalized world.
Founded in 1973, IE offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and executive education programs in various fields of knowledge, grouped into five schools:
The various stages of our admission process are aimed at identifying those areas of your academic and personal profile that make you unique and to make sure that you fit in with our educational model.
At IE, we don’t have a specific deadline for admission into any of our programs. We have a rolling admissions policy, which means that you can apply to IE University at any time of the year. However, given the limited number of places in the programs and the diverse student body, it is highly recommended you present your application several months prior to program commencement.
The admission process usually takes between three and four weeks and is divided into four main phases:
Online Application & Supporting Documents
Admission Test
Online Assessment
Personal Interview
Final Committee Decision
IE Financial Aid
Studying at IE is an investment of time, effort and financial resources. To help students manage the funding of their program, IE Financial Aid provides access to scholarships and student loan programs. Financial aid applications are received on a rolling basis, but certain scholarships do have specific deadlines. It is strongly recommended to apply as soon as possible, funds are limited and therefore the closer the intake is, the lower the number of funds available.
To request financial aid, it is necessary to complete our online form available at ie.edu/financialaid once the admissions form has been submitted and always prior to the start of the program.
Admission Days
Admission Days are unique combined events taking place at IE's international offices, where the participants will have an amazing opportunity of getting a feel of what it means to be part of the IE University community. The applicants who wish to accelerate their admissions process will have the chance to finalize it in one day. What makes an admission day unique?
Attend informative sessions regarding important aspects of your admissions process
Answer all your questions by the IE University representatives in person
The IE University campus in the city of Segovia offers an authentic campus experience. It is housed in the Convent of Santa Cruz la Real, a historic building declared a national heritage site in 1931. Segovia is only 25 minutes from Madrid by high-speed train, and welcomes students from over 80 countries in a global university setting, with an atmosphere that is both academic and lively.
Madrid is a leading European capital. Our students benefit from a global learning environment, top-tier networking opportunities and buildings equipped with state-of-the-art facilities – all shared with the prestigious top-ranked IE Business School.
Our students have a wide range of cultural, social and sport activities, arranged by the students themselves with the support of the Office of Campus Life. Our current and former students at IE, proactive by nature, have started over 200 clubs in both Madrid and abroad and they organize countless regional and cross-sectorial events.
Some examples of the clubs we have are:
Professional Clubs: Discuss and share knowledge about specific academic areas and/or professional sectors (IE Net Impact Club, IE Marketing Club, IE Consulting Club, IE Entrepreneurship Club)
Geographic Clubs: Share your interest in and knowledge of a particular country or region (IE Africa Club, IE China, IE USA Club, IE Venezuela Club)
Social & Community Clubs: Network with other students while sharing your personal interests and hobbies (IE Partners Club, IE Charity Club, IE Chess Club)
IEU Athletics: Represent IE University in a wide range of team and individual sports, in both competitive and recreational atmospheres (IE Football Club, IE Rugby Club, IE Running Club, IE Basketball Club)
Arts Society: Create and celebrate art with your classmates through painting, drawing, music, dance and photography. Or, visit an art exposition! (IE Music Club, IE Dance Club, IE Theatre Club, IE Arts & Business Club)
IE Talent & Careers
IE Talent & Careers is the best partner for the professional development of all our current and former students at IE. Our commitment is to provide impactful career advising, learning resources, and development tools that allow students to plan, manage and achieve their professional goals while we position them as the best talent among the corporate community.
The following services are available to all students, throughout all the stages of their professional career:
Impactful training and advising for professional careers
Preparation and development of a job search strategy
Enjoy the right university experience for you at our truly international university campus in Segovia, and our urban campus right in the heart of Madrid’s business district. IE University is a transformational experience that will shape your unique profile and help you launch your professional career.
IE University undergraduate programs are recognized by the most prestigious associations in their respective fields. Choose from our selection of internationally recognized undergraduate degrees, and prepare to discover your unique path to success, supported by our expert faculty, innovative teaching methodologies, and state-of-the-art installations.
IE University's range of internationally recognized graduate programs are designed with a fresh approach to learning methodologies and program content. All of them are designed to respond to all the needs and demands of an increasingly competitive job market. Some programs are offered only in English, others in Spanish, and some others in both languages.
IE Business Schoolshapes leaders who drive innovation and change in organizations. Recognized as one of the top business schools in the world based on international rankings, IE Business School has an urban campus in Madrid and delegations on the five continents. The faculty is made up of more than 500 professors who currently teach at graduate and post-graduate levels, as well as delivering Masters in Management, MBAs and Executive MBAs, Masters in Finance, and Doctoral and Executive Education programs.
IE School of Global and Public Affairsequips professionals to understand complex global affairs, manage organizations and occupy leadership positions in international entities in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. It is a full member of APSIA, the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs, a platform for the exchange of knowledge in the field of international relations, whose members include Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Columbia and Sciences Po.
IE Law School is recognized around the world for the high standards of the lawyers and legal consultants it produces, all with an international profile. It offers 13 Masters of Laws in both languages English and Spanish, and a wide range of innovative Executive Education programs that prepare students for a global practice of law. IE Law School’s LL.M. programs are considered among the best in the world each year by the Financial Times.
IE School of Architecture and Designplaces a special focus on excellence in design and innovation, coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit. We motivate our students to take a creative approach to architecture, to learn the latest digital techniques and to develop their talent until they are leaders in a field that is constantly subject to processes of change. The School’s program portfolio includes the Master in Architectural Management and Design, and the Master in Strategic Design of Spaces.
IE School of Human Sciences and Technology educates the next generation of changemakers, equipping them to manage the challenges faced by companies, governments, and societies now and in the future. This is achieved through new approaches to thinking and innovation based on the science of human behavior, driven by communication and the ability to fully leverage technology and information. The School offers programs in fields including big data, information management systems, marketing, communications, psychology, and leadership.
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IE University is a top international university in Spain with campuses in Madrid and Segovia. Recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions in the world, IE shapes leaders who drive innovation and change in organizations, providing a learning environment where technologies and diversity play a key role in fostering global vision, an entrepreneurial mindset and a humanistic approach.
IE is an eminently international institution, dedicated to preparing students from 130 countries in cities that include Madrid, Segovia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Providence, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Cape Town, and Shanghai. The diversity they offer grants students an international outlook necessary to successfully face an increasingly globalized world.
Founded in 1973, IE offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and executive education programs in various fields of knowledge, grouped into five schools:
COVID-19 Information:
• Master: https://www.ie.edu/updates/covid-19-applicants-faqs/
• Undergraduate: https://www.ie.edu/university/applicants-faq/
IE University is a top international university in Spain with campuses in Madrid and Segovia. Recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions in the world, IE shapes leaders who drive innovation and change in organizations, providing a learning environment where technologies and diversity play a key role in fostering global vision, an entrepreneurial mindset and a humanistic approach.
IE is an eminently international institution, dedicated to preparing students from 130 countries in cities that include Madrid, Segovia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Providence, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Cape Town, and Shanghai. The diversity they offer grants students an international outlook necessary to successfully face an increasingly globalized world.
Founded in 1973, IE offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and executive education programs in various fields of knowledge, grouped into five schools:
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The Process
The various stages of our admission process are aimed at identifying those areas of your academic and personal profile that make you unique and to make sure that you fit in with our educational model.
At IE, we don’t have a specific deadline for admission into any of our programs. We have a rolling admissions policy, which means that you can apply to IE University at any time of the year. However, given the limited number of places in the programs and the diverse student body, it is highly recommended you present your application several months prior to program commencement.
The admission process usually takes between three and four weeks and is divided into four main phases:
IE Financial Aid
Studying at IE is an investment of time, effort and financial resources. To help students manage the funding of their program, IE Financial Aid provides access to scholarships and student loan programs. Financial aid applications are received on a rolling basis, but certain scholarships do have specific deadlines. It is strongly recommended to apply as soon as possible, funds are limited and therefore the closer the intake is, the lower the number of funds available.
To request financial aid, it is necessary to complete our online form available at ie.edu/financialaid once the admissions form has been submitted and always prior to the start of the program.
Admission Days
Admission Days are unique combined events taking place at IE's international offices, where the participants will have an amazing opportunity of getting a feel of what it means to be part of the IE University community. The applicants who wish to accelerate their admissions process will have the chance to finalize it in one day. What makes an admission day unique?
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TOEFL - Masters
Minimum score
100
Maximum score
IELTS - Masters
Minimum score
7
Maximum score
GMAT - Masters
Minimum score
650
Maximum score
770
TOEFL - Bachelors
Minimum score
90
Maximum score
100
IELTS - Bachelors
Minimum score
7
Maximum score
SAT - Bachelors
Minimum score
1200
Maximum score
A TRUE CAMPUS EXPERIENCE
The IE University campus in the city of Segovia offers an authentic campus experience. It is housed in the Convent of Santa Cruz la Real, a historic building declared a national heritage site in 1931. Segovia is only 25 minutes from Madrid by high-speed train, and welcomes students from over 80 countries in a global university setting, with an atmosphere that is both academic and lively.
(https://www.ie.edu/university/about/segovia-campus/)
IN THE HEART OF A VIBRANT URBAN CENTER
Madrid is a leading European capital. Our students benefit from a global learning environment, top-tier networking opportunities and buildings equipped with state-of-the-art facilities – all shared with the prestigious top-ranked IE Business School.
(https://www.ie.edu/university/about/study-in-madrid/)
Total students
4,860
UG students
75%
PG students
25%
International students
3,917
UG students
76%
PG students
24%
Total faculty staff
662
Domestic staff
62%
Int'l staff
38%
Student life
Campus Life
Our students have a wide range of cultural, social and sport activities, arranged by the students themselves with the support of the Office of Campus Life. Our current and former students at IE, proactive by nature, have started over 200 clubs in both Madrid and abroad and they organize countless regional and cross-sectorial events.
Some examples of the clubs we have are:
IE Talent & Careers
IE Talent & Careers is the best partner for the professional development of all our current and former students at IE. Our commitment is to provide impactful career advising, learning resources, and development tools that allow students to plan, manage and achieve their professional goals while we position them as the best talent among the corporate community.
The following services are available to all students, throughout all the stages of their professional career:
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QS World University Rankings
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World University Rankings - Masters In Business Analytics
QS World University Rankings
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Enjoy the right university experience for you at our truly international university campus in Segovia, and our urban campus right in the heart of Madrid’s business district. IE University is a transformational experience that will shape your unique profile and help you launch your professional career.
IE University undergraduate programs are recognized by the most prestigious associations in their respective fields. Choose from our selection of internationally recognized undergraduate degrees, and prepare to discover your unique path to success, supported by our expert faculty, innovative teaching methodologies, and state-of-the-art installations.
IE University's range of internationally recognized graduate programs are designed with a fresh approach to learning methodologies and program content. All of them are designed to respond to all the needs and demands of an increasingly competitive job market. Some programs are offered only in English, others in Spanish, and some others in both languages.
IE Business School shapes leaders who drive innovation and change in organizations. Recognized as one of the top business schools in the world based on international rankings, IE Business School has an urban campus in Madrid and delegations on the five continents. The faculty is made up of more than 500 professors who currently teach at graduate and post-graduate levels, as well as delivering Masters in Management, MBAs and Executive MBAs, Masters in Finance, and Doctoral and Executive Education programs.
IE School of Global and Public Affairs equips professionals to understand complex global affairs, manage organizations and occupy leadership positions in international entities in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. It is a full member of APSIA, the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs, a platform for the exchange of knowledge in the field of international relations, whose members include Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Columbia and Sciences Po.
IE Law School is recognized around the world for the high standards of the lawyers and legal consultants it produces, all with an international profile. It offers 13 Masters of Laws in both languages English and Spanish, and a wide range of innovative Executive Education programs that prepare students for a global practice of law. IE Law School’s LL.M. programs are considered among the best in the world each year by the Financial Times.
IE School of Architecture and Design places a special focus on excellence in design and innovation, coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit. We motivate our students to take a creative approach to architecture, to learn the latest digital techniques and to develop their talent until they are leaders in a field that is constantly subject to processes of change. The School’s program portfolio includes the Master in Architectural Management and Design, and the Master in Strategic Design of Spaces.
IE School of Human Sciences and Technology educates the next generation of changemakers, equipping them to manage the challenges faced by companies, governments, and societies now and in the future. This is achieved through new approaches to thinking and innovation based on the science of human behavior, driven by communication and the ability to fully leverage technology and information. The School offers programs in fields including big data, information management systems, marketing, communications, psychology, and leadership.
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