Ph.D. students at the iSchool come from a variety of professional experiences and academic backgrounds, such as information science, social sciences, computer science, library services, law, …

Note: The UW Graduate School has a minimum GPA requirement. As detailed on their website, individual programs may consider qualified applicants with a GPA below a 3.0.

The Ph.D. at the Information School is a research-based, interdisciplinary program supporting the study of information at the University of Washington, a Tier One research university embedded within …

Oct 1, 2025 · These applicants will need to submit a complete application through the Application for Graduate Study just like any other first-time applicant. However official test scores submitted during …

The iSchool is a home for innovators and leaders who want to harness information for positive change. Our graduates are adept at designing, refining and building information systems attuned to people’s …

The Ph.D. in Information Science is composed of coursework, practica, and dissertation components. The aim of the coursework component is to prepare you to think like an information scientist and to …

The Information School works to address today’s most pressing issues, and believes that diversity, equity and inclusion, in their many forms, are critical to the intellectual and social fabric of the iSchool …

There are a number of fellowships administered by the UW Graduate School for which iSchool Ph.D. students are eligible. In cases where the iSchool must nominate a student for the fellowship, Ph.D. …

To be awarded a Ph.D. in Information Science from the UW Information School, you must meet the following requirements: 18 graded credits in courses at the 500 level and above

A: The Ph.D. in Information Science is only offered as a residential program. Many of the research and funding opportunities associated with the program rely heavily on engaging with students and …