The iSchool at Drexel, College of Information Science and Technology
The iSchool at Drexel, College of Information Science and Technology, has long been recognized as a leader in the field of information science and technology. In fact, the Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MS) is now ranked among the top 10 library science programs in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Graduate Schools." The program was rated 9th in the nation overall, and is in the top two among private colleges and universities. The iSchool at Drexel's national rankings for its specialties in Information Systems and Digital Librarianship came in at numbers three and six respectively. The college also ranked fifth under the Library and Information Studies specialty rankings for Health Librarianship.
The college's educational and research programs integrate information technology, information content, organizational forces, and business strategy, preparing professionals to provide information services and systems to a wide variety of institutions.
Full- and part-time study are available, and classes are offered face-to-face, during evenings and weekends, and online for some programs. The iCommons, a fully equipped computer lab, enables students to work with current and emerging technologies, and the Career Services Office assists students and alumni with career planning and placement. Students pursuing master's degrees may also choose to participate in Practicum or Graduate Co-op.
| Program Catalog Description | Degree | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Certificate in Information Studies and Technology | Certificate | Philadelphia Online |
| Information Studies | PhD | Philadelphia |
| Information Systems | MSIS | Philadelphia Online Sacramento |
| MS | Philadelphia Online Sacramento |
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Software Engineering (Multidisciplinary program) |
MSSE | Philadelphia Online |
Professional development programs are also offered for librarians and information systems professionals.