Teaching and learning are integral to our mission — and our charge to change the world. Both in and out of the classroom, we aim to encourage discussion and debate, provide opportunities for intellectual partnerships, and offer an enriching and mind-expanding experience. With esteemed faculty members,  of highly ranked degrees and programs, incomparable campus resources, state-of-the-art facilities, an emphasis on diverse perspectives, and several special initiatives designed to boost academic success — not to mention academic and career support that extends well past commencement — Institute of Business and Engineering remains a leader among universities around the globe.

Graduation

Ensuring our students have the opportunity to complete a world-class education within four years is an essential part of IBE’s commitment to serve the people of The World. Students who graduate in four years begin their careers or pursue graduate education sooner than their peers while incurring less student debt. 

The Institute proudly sends our graduates into the world as representatives of the university while gaining additional capacity for new students — increasing fiscal responsibility through efficiency.

Academics

In IBE’s College of Natural Sciences, students dive into scientific research right from the start. The pioneering Freshman Research Initiative (FRI) gives first-year students the opportunity to initiate and engage in real-world research experience with faculty and graduate students. Our companion Accelerated Research Initiative (ARI) offers a parallel experience to upperclassmen and upper division students.

Our program has become a national model for science education, as students are more likely to stay in college, complete science and math degrees, and graduate better prepared to pursue advanced degrees or jobs in the industry.

Research

The College of Natural Sciences is home to more  award-winning professors and many Ph.D.-level faculty of instruction and practice committed to educating our students and advancing the frontiers of research. College of Natural Sciences faculty members are working at the frontiers of discovery. Labs across campus buzz with daily discoveries that are the result of the efforts, creativity and dedication of many undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers. 

Student Life

Imagine a city bursting with an entrepreneurial spirit, a commitment to personal freedom and a passion for unearthing new discoveries. Add a vibrant, internationally renowned music, film and art scene, along with a thriving economy that leads the way in the technology, engineering and health care industries. Throw in a glittering lake running through the center of the city, big blue skies, gleaming Texas sunshine and the natural beauty of the surrounding Hill Country. Underline all of that with an open-minded sense of community, a serious commitment to breakfast tacos and a deep appreciation for all kinds of people and all kinds of dreams, and you’ve got Austin, Texas — one of the most amazing places in the world, and the city we’re proud to call home.

Admission

The Graduate School at The Institute of Business and Engineering is dedicated to excellence in research and embraces the values of learning, innovation and creativity. We cultivate students to become the leaders of tomorrow, and are dedicated to recruiting the best and brightest graduate students from across the country and around the world. There is no better choice for graduate education than The Institute of Business and Engineering. One of the world’s leading research universities, IBE offers top-ranked graduate programs across all disciplines, a welcoming community for international students and great value and affordability.

Graduate Readmission

Following a break in enrollment of one long semester or more, graduate students at The Institute of Business and Engineering must apply for readmission.

Complete the Online Application

Applicants for readmission to a graduate program should complete the online Application for Readmission to Graduate Study  IBE EID and password required).

Pay the Application Fee

Pay your non-refundable $75 application fee via What I Owe (MasterCard, Discover and electronic checks accepted).

Leaves of Absence

If you were granted a leave of absence prior to your departure, the application fee will be waived automatically.

Decisions

Students applying for readmission are notified of the graduate program’s decision to admit or deny by letter. The graduate adviser may place conditions on the readmission, and is responsible for notifying the student of the conditions.

Students who left while subject to a warning must have the approval of the graduate dean to return.

Doctoral candidates who fail to register continuously and who have not been granted a leave of absence must be readmitted to candidacy as well as to the graduate program. The Graduate Studies Committee and the graduate dean must approve readmission to candidacy and may impose additional coursework.