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    Information Science/Studies

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    Urbana-Champaign, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $60,666.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    20%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    90
    Cohort
    students
    40
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a 40-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Urbana-Champaign, US. Tuition is $60,666 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers information organization, access, libraries, and society, with options for thesis or non-thesis tracks. It prepares graduates to apply concepts to information problems, communicate with stakeholders, and use evidence in information contexts.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings: #6 in Library and Information Management | #1 U.S. News Library and Information Studies
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The MSLIS/MSIM degree program does not have a standardized test requirement (i.e., GRE and GMAT). If you have taken the GRE or GMAT and you feel that your test scores reflect your potential and promise in graduate school, you can submit your scores for admission consideration.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min The MSLIS/MSIM degree program does not have a standardized test requirement (i.e., GRE and GMAT). If you have taken the GRE or GMAT and you feel that your test scores reflect your potential and promise in graduate school, you can submit your scores for admission consideration.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL 79 (Grad. College Min. for Limited Status), 103 (Grad. College Min. for Full Status)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 6.5 (Grad. College Min. for Limited Status), 7.5 (Grad. College Min. for Full Status)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $109,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    96%
    6-month placement
    $13,014.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is $60,666 across 40 required credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign online or in-person?
    Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is offered in-person.
    How long does Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign take to complete?
    Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is structured around 2 years and 40 credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
    Information Science/Studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign reports an acceptance rate of approximately 20%.