Admission Process for Information Science Master's Program

Applications can now be submitted for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025.

We are currently still accepting applications for the Spring 2025 term. 

The Summer 2025 term is open for applications (For Domestic applicants only).

Please note the priority deadlines for upcoming semesters:

  • Summer 2025: March 15, 2025
  • Fall 2025: TDB

 

If you are applying for the 2025 Summer or Fall terms, there is a new application process. Please follow this link for instructions on how to apply to the 2025 Summer or Fall terms: https://tgs.unt.edu/future-students/graduate-admissions/how-to-apply-liaison.html

If you have submitted a complete application and have not been contacted, please e-mail the Department of Information Science at ci-admissions@unt.edu.

Important Note:  If you are applying to do both the MS in Information Science and School Librarian Certification programs, you will need to go to this webpage for admissions process information. MS with School Librarian Certification

1. Apply to the University of North Texas Toulouse Graduate School

 

Applying for the Spring 2025 Term:

A.  Complete the ApplyTexas application online and pay the $75 non-refundable application fee. Your completed application will be processed by the UNT Toulouse Graduate School and reviewed by your academic program.

  • International students must also review the International Admissions page for additional required documents.
  • You will need to meet the Graduate School minimum qualifications before you will be considered for admission to the Department of Information Science.
B.  Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended.

  • The Toulouse Graduate School will review transcripts to verify minimum GPA requirements of 3.0 on the last 60 hours of a bachelor's degree, a 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA, or a 3.5 GPA on a completed master's  degree.


*Note: We do not require GRE scores.

 

If you are already a UNT graduate student requesting to change your major, you will need to complete the Change of major form, rather than completing a new ApplyTexas application.

 

2. Apply to the College of Information, Department of Information Science 

A. In order to complete the Department's application for the M.S. in Information Science program, the following documents need to be uploaded to the MyUNT Portal: (Files submitted must be in PDF format.)

1. A full one-page or more, single spaced in 12pt font, Statement of Purpose detailing your interest in the master's program and reviewing your professional goals.
2. A Resumé complete with a list of honors and activities. 
3. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation. These need to be formal letters of recommendation with a signature, or on (company/school) letterhead. They should be from former professors, or other authority figures in your professional experience who can evaluate your academic qualification, and assess your potential for success as an information professional.

The Information Science department will verify minimum grade point average meets one of the following requirements:

  • 3.0 on the last 60 hours of a bachelor's degree,
  • 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA,
  • a 3.5 GPA on a completed master's degree. 

Note: Students who have a 2.90 - 2.99 overall or last 60 hours GPA can be conditionally admitted to the program.  If one's GPA is in the range of a 2.6 - 2.89 and your application is denied, course leveling can be considered, which is to take four Information Sciences (INFO) courses at the undergraduate level at UNT. If As and Bs are earned in those 12 hours, students can then reapply for admission to the MS program, but you must apply to our program before you can be considered for leveling. 

 
For questions about the admission process, please contact us at ci-admissions@unt.edu.
 
*Note: We do not require GRE scores.
 
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