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    Information Science/Studies

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    Chapel Hill, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $35,361.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    32%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    48
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Chapel Hill, US. Tuition is $35,361 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program prepares students to design, implement, evaluate, and administer information systems, with expertise in analyzing, organizing, representing, and retrieving information. It emphasizes developing systems and processes for future information needs, with customizable concentrations, specializations, certificates, and capstone options of research paper or practicum.

    Focus: both
    No. 4 Best Library and Information Management Program (QS World University Rankings 2025) | #3 in the U.S. (tie) US News & World Report 2025

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    After the program

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    24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $20,490.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is $35,361 across 48 required credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill online or in-person?
    Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is offered in-person.
    How long does Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill take to complete?
    Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 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 North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
    Information Science/Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reports an acceptance rate of approximately 32%.