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What is Information Sciences?

Information Science focuses on how people use technology to better organize, analyze, and manage information, as well as how society and individuals relate to information. In our program, you’ll learn programming, database concepts, and research methods. You’ll also explore broader social issues such as information equity and ethics. Our program will prepare you to become a specialist in the information sciences who understands the human perspective, social context, and policy implications of information in society.

Career Options

Content strategist
Data analyst
Database manager
Information governance analyst
Information technology analyst
Market research analyst
Product manager
Technology support specialist
User experience designer
Web content analyst

Post-Graduation Success¹

91% employed or continuing education

66% employed after graduation

25% attending graduate school

$80,959 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: PwC, Deloitte, Epic Systems, CVS Health, Twitch, McDonald's, Amazon, Capital One, Liberty Mutual Insurance, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Michigan, New York University, Campbell University, University of Rochester, Smith College, Carnegie Mellon University, Boston University View All

Program Resources

School of Information Sciences Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Desire to study multiple fields to address complex problems
Interest in how people relate to information and use technology
Commitment to improving society through the use of information and technology
Interest in collaboration and teamwork

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

3.8 years to degree

97% returned for second year

Four-year graduation rate: N/A

Six-year graduation rate: N/A

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $17,046
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $41,786

Non-Resident

Tuition: $40,590
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $65,670

International

Tuition: $43,196
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $68,276

Related Majors

Communication - LAS

Information Systems - BUS

Learning and Education Studies - EDU

Media and Cinema Studies - COM

Psychology - LAS

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.