About the course

The Doctor of Philosophy in Information Studies (PhD) program prepares students to address the hardest social and technical problems of today and tomorrow. Working side-by-side with world-renowned faculty and at internationally recognized research centers and labs, students conduct research on pressing information issues, which often entwine social and technical innovation. We draw on core values of information studies, including justice, inclusion, and access, and use these principles to facilitate the discovery of new knowledge. Students also master research methodology/design, interdisciplinary theory, knowledge of previous research in their area, the ability to synthesize and apply this knowledge, and how to create and disseminate original research. With a multidisciplinary faculty focusing on diverse information science research areas such as online communities, information systems, information policy, human-computer interaction, and digital cultural heritage, the UMD INFO College cultivates doctoral students from a wide range of backgrounds. Today?s hardest social and technical problems have information at their core. We?re seeking PhD students who have hard, unanswered questions about information problems. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$129,960

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	College Park
Fall (August), 2025	College Park

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Maryland - College Park

Applicants must have earned a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree from a non-U.S. institution.

　　Applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in all prior undergraduate and graduate coursework.

　　Applicants must provide an official copy of a transcript for all of their post-secondary work.

　　Transcripts: In the online application to the Graduate School, you will be able to upload a copy of your unofficial transcript in the Previous Education section.

　　Letters of Recommendation: All programs require three (3) letters of recommendation. Provide the names and email addresses of three individuals who will provide online letters of recommendation.

　　Supplemental Materials: Remember to submit the additional materials required by your program, described above.

　　In addition to the application materials listed below, all PhD applicants must respond to the following questions in the Statement of Purpose (no more than 1,500 words):

　　What is the specific area of your research interest? How have you developed your interest in this area?

　　What skills and/or prior experience that you have can help you pursue your research interest?

　　Which faculty members at Maryland's iSchool would you be interested in working ly with, and why?

　　International applicants must meet the Graduate School’s English Language Proficiency Requirements. Minimum requirements are TOEFL – 96, IELTS – 7,

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 96.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Maryland - College Park. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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