Information: Campus Program MS
Master of Science in Information
Is this program right for you?
The need for technology and data-savvy professionals has never been greater, and graduates of the Master of Science in Information will be prepared and qualified to take on a variety of roles across industries including corporations, startups, nonprofits and government organizations.
- Create a pathway into a data, information or applied computing career by increasing your data and information literacy skills
- Curriculum balances quantitative with qualitative skills
- Build the technical skills needed to understand systems and the critical thinking and design and communication skills
- Choose an optional concentration in User Experience Design, Data Analytics/Data Management, or Human Factors in Cybersecurity
Education that works for you
Grow your career in the rapidly expanding field of data and information with a Master of Science in Information.
Program type
Master’s degree
Degree awarded
Master of Science in Information
Commitment
2 years
Tuition
$1,100 per credit
Format
Accelerated
Face-to-face
Credits
30 graduate credits
Admission terms
Program only admits for fall term
Offered by
STEM opt eligible
Yes
Supports F-1 Visa
Yes
Learn moreApplication deadlines
Fall 2027
- Priority deadline: February 15, 2027
- Deadline: March 1, 2027
Fall 2028
- Priority deadline: February 15, 2028
- Deadline: March 1, 2028
Fall 2029
- Priority deadline: February 15, 2029
- Deadline: March 1, 2029
Your questions, answered
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Admissions and events
Program requirements
Application materials required
October 21, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Career Outlook: MS Learning Analytics
Join Program Director Julia Rutledge to learn more about career options for students in the MS in Learning Analytics program.
Register now →November 11, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Program Overview: MS Learning Analytics & MS Education: Instructional Coaching
Join Julia Rutledge and Lisa Hebgen, the program directors for the MS in Learning Analytics and the MS in Education: Instructional Coaching for overviews of their programs. You’ll learn more about the curriculum, application process, and career paths, as well as similarities and differences between the two programs.
Register now →December 9, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Program Overview: MS Learning Analytics
Join Program Director Julia Rutledge to learn more about the MS in Learning Analytics program, including curriculum, application process, scholarships, and career paths.
Register now →February 10, 2027 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Career Outlook: MS Learning Analytics
Join Program Director Julia Rutledge to learn more about career options for students in the MS in Learning Analytics program.
Register now →March 10, 2027 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Student Panel: MS Learning Analytics
Join students from the MS in Learning Analytics program to learn about their experiences. Ask questions and see if the program is a good fit for you!
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Information: Campus Option MS
Job titles
What you’ll learn
Build a strong foundation in information science through the Information: Campus Option MS program. You’ll focus on data analysis and user-centered design to manage information effectively and design user-friendly information systems.
- Foundational information science
- Data ethics
- Data flow analysis
- User experience design
Video insights
Want a closer look at the MS program? Check out our official YouTube playlists for a program overview, application tips, and student outcomes.
Connect with an enrollment coach
Our friendly, knowledgeable enrollment coaches are here to answer your questions. Connect with us to:
- Explore your program options
- Review courses and outcomes
- Check eligibility requirements
- Get help with your application
- Learn about financial aid
Email us: coach@pdc.wisc.edu