Our Programs
Informatics Degrees (BA/BSI)
Our bachelor's degree program trains students to leverage insights from data and information technology to solve problems. An Informatics minor is also available.
MS in Information Studies (MSIS)
Our competitive program and flexible curriculum provides the tools necessary to study, manage, and innovate the information systems around us.
PhD in Information Studies
Our doctoral program offers a research-intensive environment in which to pursue answers to important information problems of our time.
Dual Degree Programs
The School of Information proudly partners with numerous colleges and cognate disciplines on the UT campus to offer a unique array of dual master's degree programs as well as an integrated five year BS Computer Science/MS Information Studies degree program.
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School Librarian Certificate Program
This certificate program prepares teachers for the next exciting phase of their career as a public school librarian in the state of Texas. Students who do not yet have a master's degree can earn a Master of Science in Information Studies (MSIS) through the certificate program.
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We are living in an Information Age. Information systems and technologies are fundamentally shaping the behaviors of individuals, organizations, and society — impacting how we interact and connect, learn and develop new knowledge, conduct business, engage with culture, participate in politics and government, and much more. Information professionals are bridgers: connecting people to information, connecting the past to the present and to the future, and connecting different disciplines.
To understand the dynamics of our world, and to help shape a future that reflects social values, our students develop expertise in how people access, create, use, and preserve information; how to extract meaning from information; how to design effective information experiences; and the impacts of new technologies on individuals, organizations, and society.
Information Science is a STEM discipline and information careers are wide-ranging, high-demand, and well paid. Graduates from the iSchool develop careers in almost every industry including high-tech, education, government, business, and law. Top job titles include: librarian, archivist, taxonomist, UX researcher, UX designer, analyst, data engineer and more!
iSchool students learn to:
- Design new tools
- Analyze human activities
- Organize information
- Ensure technology serves users
Why the iSchool?
"Being one of the first iSchool Ambassadors was a highlight of my time at the School of Information. Engaging directly with administration, donors, and alumni allowed me to help bridge the gap between the student community and those who support it. The interdisciplinary project-based nature of the coursework equipped me with the skill set to tackle complex challenges in industry, making my transition from student to professional both seamless and rewarding."
– Bryce Harris (Class of 2024), Product Manager, Microsoft
Fast Facts
Student Enrollment
Competitive admissions and face-to-face instruction keep total iSchool enrollment at approximately 400 students.
Women in STEM
Two thirds of our students are women, many of whom are drawn to us because of our human-centered approach to technology.
International Students
We attract students from around the world, with one third of our students coming to Texas from outside of the US.
A Top-Ranked Program
Our school is ranked at #5 among the best Library and Information Studies schools in the nation by US News & World Report.
Specialty rankings include:
#4 in Archives & Preservation
#7 in Digital Librarianship
#8 in Information Systems
Interdisciplinary Research
The iSchool is home to specialized research labs in User Experience, Digital Archives, Conservation, and Information Retrieval.
Research funding averages $1-2 million a year, with awards from the NSF, IMLS, NEH, DARPA, Google, Mellon Foundation, and others.
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Excellent Career Prospects
Last year, 88% of our graduates secured full-time employment with an average salary of $81,203.*
Top job titles include: librarian, archivist, software engineer, UX researcher, UX designer, analyst, and data engineer.