About Bs In Information Science in University of Pittsburgh

We are in a connected world where humans, software applications and data are all linked through intricate networks. Everyday objects like cars, doorbells and coffee machines, specialized equipment for healthcare and even infrastructure like roads, are smart and communicate data. These data become useful to humans and society when they are securely associated with other data, objects, individuals, groups and organizations to make decisions through computation to solve problems. Learn more about the curriculum revisions in 2020.

The Information Science major in the Department of Informatics and Networked Systems has been built to provide:

• A strong foundation in the science of how data, human-centered systems and networks work together to solve problems
• A broad understanding of systems analysis, data management, network design and security, and how they are integrated and work together to make effective decisions
• Coursework that addresses cutting-edge subjects such as user experience, datamining, computer forensics, cloud computing, 5G wireless and information visualization    
• Research projects with faculty, student peers, and local non-profits
• Career agility – every industry needs information science expertise, so you’ll find successful career opportunities in healthcare, manufacturing, communications, finance, education, technology, and entertainment.

As a prospective first-year student, you can also lock-in admission to the MSIS degree if you maintain a certain academic record. For more details, see here for the Information Sciences Guarantee.

Major Requirements

Core

• CMPINF 0401 Intermediate Programming Using Java
• INFSCI 0310 Computation in Information Science
• INFSCI 0410 Human Centered Systems
• INFSCI 0510 Data Analysis
• INFSCI 0610 Networks and Information

• Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). We encourage you to complete the SRAR rather than sending a transcript to improve application processing time. Please note that we will compare your SRAR to your official high school transcript if you enroll at Pitt. Accuracy in completing the SRAR is very important. Discrepancies and misrepresentations could result in the Admissions Committee revoking your admissions decision.
• Original or certified, official secondary school records from grades 9-11 (transcripts, marksheets, certificates, examination results, etc.) and any national/state examination results required in your country. You will also need to send literal translations of your records if they are not in English. If your secondary record only includes grades 10-12, please submit the third year of your middle school transcript. Note: Students may be required to complete a transcript evaluation.
  • If you have a General Education Diploma (GED) email the Admissions Office pitt.admissions@pitt.edu about your options. In some cases the GED is not accepted.

English Language Requirements

• For the Pittsburgh campus, a 100 or higher TOEFL composite score with subscores of 21 or higher is considered competitive, a 7.0 IELTS with subscores of 6.0 or higher, or a 120 or higher Duolingo score.

  Applicants are reviewed holistically, however, and those with a 95-99 TOEFL and a solid academic record will be given strong consideration in the admissions process for the Pittsburgh campus. Applicants with TOEFL scores between 80-94 (6.5 IELTS) will most often be considered for admission to a regional campus at Bradford, Greensburg or Johnstown. We recommend that students rank the campuses on their admission application in order of preference.

University of Pittsburgh Highlights

University of Pittsburgh Cost of Attendance

The cost of attendance varies depending on whether the candidate has applied to graduate or undergraduate programmes, as well as the necessary fees that must be paid. The tuition charge varies according to the programme to which one has applied. The following is a breakdown of expenses in the form of an expected budget for international students interested in studying in the United States.

Undergraduate Cost of living (Per year)

Graduate students Cost of Attendance (Per year)