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What is Information Sciences + Data Science?

Society is being transformed by the rise of digital technology and the emergence of massive data sets. Information Science and Data Science will teach you how to collect, organize, analyze, and store data in ways that help organizations manage processes and make decisions.

Data Science is the art of extracting new knowledge and finding meaningful information in a huge sea of data. Information Science focuses on how people use technology to better organize, analyze, and manage information. It also focuses on how society and individuals relate to information.

Our interdisciplinary curriculum combines information sciences, statistics, computer science, and math. This will prepare you for a successful career or graduate studies.

Career Options

Data analyst
Market research analyst
Data scientist
Database administrator
Technology consultant
Data visualization engineer

Post-Graduation Success¹

Insufficient survey data is available for employment information.

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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

Years to degree: N/A

First-Year retention rate: N/A

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

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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.