Prepare for success
Join the iSchool and begin your journey to a successful career. Our outstanding programs have built-in flexibility, so you can customize your degree to match your interests. Plus, you’ll have access to our team of experienced advisors and career services staff who will support you every step of the way.
We offer a wide range of academic programs, including a bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and doctoral degree as well as a certificate of advanced study, professional licensure, and continuing education. Learn more about our programs or browse the course catalog to discover the variety of offerings at the iSchool.
After graduation, you can apply your knowledge and skills across a broad range of occupations. Enjoy a rewarding career in education, business, science, health care, government, or any field that uses information to answer key questions and inform decision-making.
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BS in Information Sciences
The BS/IS will give you a competitive edge as an information professional who understands both the social and technical aspects of information.
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BS/IS + Data Sciences
The BS in IS+DS allows you to focus on how to analyze data to help organizations make information-based decisions.
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MS in Library and Information Science
Our top-ranked MS/LIS program provides you with the skills to creatively and effectively manage, analyze, and preserve information.
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MS in Information Management
The MS/IM prepares you for information-intensive professional roles in a broad range of employment settings.
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MS in Bioinformatics
This interdisciplinary campuswide degree prepares you for a successful career in managing biological information.
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PhD in Information Sciences
Your vibrant research career begins in our doctoral program, which offers opportunities to collaborate with faculty whose work defines the field.
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School Librarian Licensure Program
Earn your MS/LIS and licensure as an Illinois school librarian through our top-ranked program—or earn an endorsement on an existing license.
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MS/LIS Joint Degrees
Earn two degrees in a shorter period of time, building on the strength of our top-ranked MS in Library and Information Science (MS/LIS).
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Certificate of Advanced Study
Update your skills, gain advanced specialization, or redirect your career through the CAS program, which is customized to meet your needs.
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Continuing Education
Experience our MS degrees before you apply or expand your expertise as an information professional.
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