BS Information Science at University of Colorado Boulder

Programme overview

Undergraduate students majoring in information science will explore the intersection of human values and the information technologies that influence everyday life. Students will synthesize knowledge and skills integrating design, computation and data analysis. Students will investigate, understand and engage contemporary issues around our increasingly digitized life.

Faculty: College of Media, Communication and Information / Environmental Design | Department: Information Science | Location: Boulder, CO, United States

What you will study

The BS in information science requires 51 credit hours within the major.

Career pathways

This project-centered major prepares students with a professional portfolio and project experience for in-demand careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In order to gain admission to the BAM program named above, a student must: Fill out the intent form, around the junior year, for admission to the program. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better. Have completed MAPS requirements (students admitted to CU Boulder prior to Summer 2023 only) . Submit a resume or CV. Provide two letters of recommendation.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year applicants may enter in fall, spring or summer: the early action deadline of 15 November and regular decision deadline of 15 January apply to fall and summer entry; the spring deadline is 1 October. Transfer applicants may enter in spring (deadline 1 October), summer (15 March) or fall (final deadline 1 June).

SAT and ACT scores are not required for first-year applicants; scores may be self-reported if the applicant wants them considered.

First-year deadlines: spring 1 October; fall and summer early action 15 November; fall and summer regular decision 15 January. Applications are made through the Common Application. The application fee is $65 for domestic applicants and $70 for international applicants; fee waivers can be requested on the Common Application.

Transfer deadlines: spring 1 October; summer and fall early notification 15 March; fall final deadline 1 June. The 2027 transfer application is open.

Apply through the official page: https://www.colorado.edu/admissions

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