Program Overview

Master of Science in Information Science

Overview

Information scientists know information inside and out. They design systems to store it, methods to retrieve it and protective processes to keep it safe. The Master of Science in Information Science is an interdisciplinary course of study designed to prepare you with the social and technological skills to solve real-world problems and work across disciplines. Hands-on experience in the program blends behavioral, psychological, cultural and philosophical perspectives. Two subplans are available: Machine Learning and Human-Centered Computing. An accelerated track is also available, providing the opportunity to earn a B.S. and M.S. in a shorter time frame.

Accelerated Master’s Programs

Available

Accelerated Master’s Programs (AMPs) are intended for exceptional UArizona undergraduate students seeking to begin a master’s degree while completing their bachelor’s degree. Students earn both degrees in as few as 5 years. Connect with your academic advisor for more information.

Degrees Offered

• Human-Centered Computing Emphasis
• Machine-Learning Emphasis

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

Minimum graduate admissions requirements* for Master’s and Doctoral degree seeking:

1. An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
2. Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher based on a 4.0 scale for Degree seeking applicants.

*Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.

Program Statistics

Program-level

• Application Accept. Rate: 80.58%

Department-level

• Enrollment % Male: 75.56%
• Enrollment % Female: 24.44%
• Enrollment % International: 27.52%
• Enrollment % Under Rep. Minorities: 0.84%

*All application, admission, and enrollment data are calculated in the fall of each academic year.

Average Time to Degree is a calculation showing the average time it took students in the program to complete their degree from the point of entry. This number is based on data from the previous 5 years.

Underrepresented Minorities (URM) includes domestic students of ethnic groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education: African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, and Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders.

Department / Academic Unit

College of Information Science

Degree

Master of Science

Coursework Location(s)

Main/Tucson, Online - Arizona International

Areas of Interest

• Computer & Information Science
• Engineering & Technology
• Mathematics, Statistics & Data Science
• Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Minimum Credit Units

30 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.