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About Syracuse University - School of Information Studies

The School of Information Studies (iSchool), established in 1896 and renamed as the Original Information School in 1974, has a long tradition of leading innovation and change. Our ideals and values are the foundation for our success.

The mission of the iSchool is to expand human capabilities by connecting people, information, and technology. The faculty and staff of the iSchool are committed to preparing students to be leaders in the information field, advancing knowledge and using information to solve problems faced by individuals and organizations. Together, the faculty, staff and students of the iSchool impact research and the information profession through our scholarship, rigorous education opportunities, and commitment to service that advances science, improves professional practice, and contributes both to communities in which we live and more broadly to society.

About Syracuse University - School of Information Studies

The School of Information Studies (iSchool), established in 1896 and renamed as the Original Information School in 1974, has a long tradition of leading innovation and change. Our ideals and values are the foundation for our success.

The mission of the iSchool is to expand human capabilities by connecting people, information, and technology. The faculty and staff of the iSchool are committed to preparing students to be leaders in the information field, advancing knowledge and using information to solve problems faced by individuals and organizations. Together, the faculty, staff and students of the iSchool impact research and the information profession through our scholarship, rigorous education opportunities, and commitment to service that advances science, improves professional practice, and contributes both to communities in which we live and more broadly to society.

University information

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Apply as an Undergraduate

How to apply as a first-year student, choose the iSchool if you’re already a Syracuse University student, or transfer here from another institution.

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General

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Bachelor

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Master

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Hinds Hall is the iSchool’s home at Syracuse University. Inside, cutting-edge lab, classroom, and collaboration spaces are designed to support the open exchange of ideas and information. Explore the iSchool online or review some basic information below.

Labs

The iSchool labs are equipped with state-of-the-art PC technology and dual monitor displays and feature the latest software and access to our advanced servers and databases.

Classrooms

iSchool classrooms are designed to give students an exciting and interactive learning experience by utilizing the latest instructional technology. Employers join classrooms in real-time through video conferencing tools, classes and presentations can be recorded through specialized capture technology, and each classroom is equipped with monitors, projectors, and state-of-the-art PC technology.

Collaboratories

Hinds Hall features several spaces specially design to foster collaboration and interaction between students and faculty outside the classroom. Most meeting rooms and collaboratories are equipped with LCD projectors as well as laptop and conference phone connections.

Research Centers

Center for Computational and Data Sciences
Advancing important and practical research in the social sciences using advanced computational approaches.

Center for Digital Literacy
Understanding the impact of information, technology and media literacies in today’s technology-intensive society.

Center for Emerging Network Technologies
Researching how systems and technologies are converging to provide solutions for industries and economies.

Center for the Futures of Work, Information and Technology
Exploring the connections between the transformation of work and emerging technologies.

Smart Grid Research Center
Studying the modernization of the electric grid using digital technologies.

Student life

Join a community of scholars from all over the world who come together to better understand information and the way we access it. To push the limits of technology. And to explore how these forces are impacting society today, and in the future.

Campus Life
Here, our day-to-day is filled with exploring, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and asking how does our work make a real impact on the world.

Experiential Learning
Meet Microsoft execs in the classroom. Tour a start-up. Work on a project for a client. Get resume-building experience and network-building contacts starting on day one.

Events
We invite experts and leaders across industries to share their stories, their innovations, and their challenges. Explore our upcoming events to see who you’ll hear from next.

Student Organizations
Delve deeper into your personal interests and connect with other iSchoolers who share your passions. Choose from over 50 student-run clubs and organizations, or create one of your own.

International Students
You’ll find students here from 24 countries across the globe. Learn more about how we welcome and support our international students.

Gain in-demand skills that make you highly sought after by employers across industries. Here, you’ll gain the experience and support you need to launch and grow your career.

Career Outlook
Gain deep industry experience, and graduate prepared and ready to contribute on day one. Enter a field that boasts some of the highest salaries, largest growth potential, and best job satisfaction rates.
Career Outlook

Focus on Experience
Work with industry leaders. Consult with clients. Network with top employers. Work at highly sought-after internships. Here, getting hands-on experience is part of the every day, in and out of the classroom.
Experiential Learning

Services & Support
We help you find the career that fits your passions. From connecting you with employers, to helping with your resume and interview skills, and negotiating your offer, you’ll have the support you need.
Services & Support

Corporate Partnerships
Work with us to hire the best candidates, grow your talent pipeline, and gain the analytical and data-driven expertise you need to drive business growth.
Corporate Partnerships

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Available programs

We’re living in a digital age. Where innovative, critical thinkers use technology, data, and information to shape businesses, industries, and society at large. At the iSchool, we study at this nexus of innovation. Join us.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS

Applied Data Analytics
Today’s organizations rely on data to make critical decisions. That’s why data analytics jobs are predicted to increase 31% percent from 2019-2029. Gain programming and data analysis skills. Explore new ways to gather and present data findings. And learn to apply those insights to business decisions. With this foundation, you’ll have access to exciting careers across a range of industries. From businesses and nonprofits, to sports, communications, and more.

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Information Management & Technology
Innovation is at the core of the iSchool experience. Examine how technology is reshaping our work, and the companies we work for. Understand the impact of big data and cloud computing. Study advancements in website design, cybersecurity, data analytics, and the future of work. Your skills will prepare you for in-demand jobs across industries. And your Orange network will connect you with companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, EY, and beyond.

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Innovation, Society and Technology
Advancements in technology have reshaped the way we communicate, govern, learn, and work. Delve deep into technology’s impact on society. Study pressing topics like misinformation, privacy, and ownership. And learn how social media, data and algorithms are impacting our communities. Your degree will prepare you to promote equity and justice. You’ll learn the inner-workings of cutting-edge information and communication technologies. Develop innovative new solutions. And graduate ready to make a difference and advocate for change.
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Take the next step in your career with a graduate program that will expand your technical and leadership skills, and provide you with a lifelong network of colleagues and experts in their fields.

Applied Data Science
Data science isn’t just a bunch of spreadsheets.  Our graduate program will teach you to understand organizational needs, use your creativity to solve unique problems, and bring innovative techniques from data analytics to improve how businesses operate.  When you graduate, you’ll be able to apply data-driven insights to real-world problems.
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Information Systems
Set yourself apart as a tech-driven business leader with one of the highest-paying and in-demand skill sets in the modern economy.  Our graduate program in Information Systems combines the business education you’d find in an MBA with a significant focus on technology in order to equip you with an approach to information systems that benefits people and organizations alike.
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Library and Information Science
Libraries are for more than storing books.  In our graduate LIS program, you’ll confront the role libraries play in times of crisis and disaster, how they can stand against injustice to promote inclusion and equality, and the individual and social responsibilities of being a librarian today.
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