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    Information Science/Studies

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    Ann Arbor, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $120,304.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    53.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    199
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Ann Arbor, US. Tuition is $120,304 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Prepares information professionals to create data-driven solutions and purposeful technology with specializations in user experience research and design, libraries archives and knowledge environments in society, user-centered agile development, and big data analytics. Includes coursework, client-based projects, internship, and capstone via mastery course or master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    #5 US News Library and Information Studies
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    May 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min We recommend a score of 5+ overall with 5+ in each section on the new TOEFL scale (102+ overall with 25+ in each section on the previous TOEFL scale)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min We recommend a score of 7.5+ overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $84,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $21,016.00
    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 Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $120,304 across 48 required credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor online or in-person?
    Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is offered in-person.
    How long does Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take to complete?
    Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is preferred
    Is Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Information Science/Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.