BS Information Sciences

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

Program Overview

The BS in Information Sciences (BSIS) at UIUC’s top-ranked iSchool trains students to understand, manage, and innovate how people interact with information and technology. Unlike traditional computer science programs, BSIS focuses on the human, ethical, and societal implications of information systems, blending social impact with technical expertise.

  • Bridges technical skills like programming and databases with social responsibility, ethics, and user-centered design

  • Flexible pathways support diverse interests, from UX to data science to museum informatics

  • Prepares students to design equitable and effective information systems across industries

University Recognition & Accreditations:

  • UIUC’s iSchool is ranked #1 among professional schools of library and information studies by U.S. News & World Report

  • STEM-designated program

Course Overview:

  • Core Subjects: Programming, database concepts, research methods, ethics, and information policy

  • Designated Pathways (customizable):

    • Information and Culture

    • Data and Society

    • Data Analytics/Data Science

    • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)/UX

    • Narrative Design and Game Studies

    • Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums

  • General Education: Language, humanities, composition, and social sciences as per UIUC Gen Ed requirements

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Applied coursework and projects that address real-world information challenges

  • Opportunities for internships and fieldwork through university and industry partnerships

  • iSchool career services offer resume development, job placement assistance, and alumni networking

  • Access to student organizations focused on tech ethics, UX, and data-driven impact

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Graduates are well-prepared for graduate study in information sciences, HCI, UX, data analytics, or digital humanities

  • In demand in education, healthcare, government, communications, and business sectors

  • Emphasis on human-centered design provides a competitive edge in the evolving tech landscape

  • Alumni are employed at leading tech firms, cultural institutions, and research organizations

Program Key Stats

$37,916
$ 75
Aug Intake : 5th Jan


60 %
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Eligibility Criteria

AAA - A*A*A
3.5 - 4.0
38 - 42
90 - 95

1340 - 1530
28 - 34
6.5
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Content strategist
  • Data analyst
  • Database manager
  • Information governance analyst
  • Information technology analyst
  • Market research analyst

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