In the heart of Spain, centered within historic architecture and modern landscapes, lies IE University – representing academic excellence and cultural diversity. Housed in the UNESCO world heritage site, Convent of Santa Cruz la Real, IE University’s campus in Segovia offers students a unique and unforgettable experience. Here, students have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Spanish culture, living amongst gothic cathedrals, medieval castles, and even a Roman aqueduct. 30 minutes beyond Segovia, students will find IE’s urban center in the heart of Madrid’s business district. The Madrid campus gives students access to unbeatable networking opportunities and the state-of-the-art facilities of the renowned IE Business School. 

 

Academically, IE University provides students with a dynamic learning environment, where they will engage with faculty, collaborate with classmates from around the world, and participate in internship opportunities. With over 80% of the student body composed of international students, and over 130 nationalities represented on campus, IE University serves as a hub for global education. IE stands out with its practical, hands-on teaching methodology and emphasis on active student participation. Over 6000 students are active on campus, creating over 70 student clubs and over 500 student led events each year. Professors are easily accessible and practical in their approach, teaching in-person on both campuses. IE University takes pride in its commitment to preparing students for the professional world, proven by the fact that 96% of its graduates secure employment within six months of graduation. With more than 30 offices around the world and an alumni network of over 65,000, IE University’s extensive networks ensures its students are well-connected and supported wherever they choose to work. 

 

IE University’s application process is straightforward and entirely online. Bachelors students can apply to up to 3 different programs. It’s essential to select the preferred campus for application, whether Segovia or Madrid. The options include spending four years in Madrid or two years in each location, Segovia and Madrid. Notably, there’s no difference in acceptance difficulty between the campuses. Below includes IE’s application requirements:

 

• Application fee is €150
• Must supply grades from Seconde, Premiere and Terminale. Transcripts can be in French.
• Must use the IE CV template in PDF and maximum 2 pages. Make sure to put all extracurricular activities
• The application will ask you to write 3 words which your classmates would use to describe you. 
• Must write in 140 characters or less what you wished the application had asked you. In the interview, they will ask you to talk about this and explain.
• Must have at least 1 reference letter. If you provide only one, it must come from the school principal, or counselor. They recommend that you provide the second optional letter from a professor.  
• The students need to select 1 of the formats offered to answer the question. The formats possible are:
  • 1. A video, maximum 3 minutes.
  • 2. A powerpoint presentation maximum 10 slides.
  • 3. A written essay between 250 and 650 words.
• If you choose the written essay, write on 1 of the 3 essay questions:
  • 1. Tell us about a time you faced a challenge or a setback. What did you learn from this experience and how has it affected the way you view future obstacles?
  • 2. Describe one of your unique personality traits which will make you a valuable member of the IE community. Give us an example of when this aspect of your personality helped you through a situation.
  • 3. Reflect on a personal accomplishment which has helped you develop your understanding of yourself or the world around you.
• Once the application is complete, you will receive an email to complete the “Kira” part of the application process. KIRA is a video interview with 3 questions. 2 of the questions you answer in a video, and the third one is a written answer. The questions related to IE values, or about the program you are applying to.
• Can choose to take either the SAT, ACT, or the IE test. The IE test can now be done online. Minimum SAT score is 1200.
• IELTS– student needs a score of 7.0. Duolingo is also accepted with a score of 130.
• Students need to receive at least a 14 on the French BAC. 
• Math is important. Students should have taken Math Specialite in Premiere, and if not, they need to have Math Complementaire in Terminale. Must have a minimum grade of 13. 
• IE offer is conditional. Students must maintain their same academic level as the grades already provided. Students must send to IE the last semester grades as well.