| Can I take classes to see if I like IST or not? |
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| In order to take any graduate courses in IST, you must be accepted to a graduate program such as a Master’s Degree and the Certificate Programs offered through Drexel E Learning and IST.
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| Where can I get information about applying to a graduate program at the iSchool? |
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| Complete information about the application process, admission requirements, and graduate programs (both on-line and oncampus) can be found on our website |
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| When can I begin an iSchool graduate program? |
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Effective 2008 academic year:
Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MS), Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) and Master of Science in Software Engineering (MSSE): Fall and Spring
PhD: Fall only
Certificate of Advanced Study(CAS) and Special Associate: Fall and Spring
Healthcare Informatics: Fall and Spring
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| I have applied for admission to one of your graduate programs and I want to know whether you have you received my transcript/letter of recommendation/etc? |
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If you are applying to an iSchool graduate program and would like a status on your application:
On-campus program applicants should contact your admissions representative direct or the iSchool at (215) 895-2474.
On-line program applicants should contact your admissions representative direct or contact Drexel E-Learning at 215-895-0500 for your status.
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| Where do I send the supporting materials for my graduate program application? |
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For on-campus graduate programs:
The iSchool at Drexel
3141 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-2875
For on-line graduate programs refer to Drexel E-Learning's procedures at their website or 215-895-0500
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| How long will it take before I hear if I'm accepted to a graduate program? |
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| Although it generally takes only a couple of weeks, please allow up to eight weeks for processing, as the
application instructions state. Your application will not be reviewed for an admissions decision until it is complete.
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| Do the people writing my letters of recommendation have to use the Drexel University form? |
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| No. A letter on their own letterhead is also acceptable. |
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| I don't have an undergraduate degree in Information Science or Library Science. Can I still apply? |
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Yes. The College accepts students with a wide variety of academic backgrounds into the Library and Information systems degrees. Software Engineering Degrees require a degree with previous software development.
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| Can I come in and sit down with someone to discuss the program? |
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| For the MSIS or MS (LIS) program, contact Dr. Eileen Abels. For the PhD program, contact Dr. Susan Wiedenbeck. Also, please try to attend one of our information sessions. A list of upcoming sessions can be found here
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| May I defer my admission? |
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| You may defer for up to one academic year, limited to Fall and Spring admit terms. After a year, you will have to reapply, but it may not be necessary to resubmit your application materials. For more information contact: Matthew Lechtenberg at Matthew.Lechtenberg@ischool.drexel.edu
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| I need to apply for Special Associate Status. What do I need to do? |
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| If you are a student in another accredited graduate program and want to take a class for credit to transfer back to your home institution, you may apply for Special Associate Status. Fill out our online application form using program code NONMAT-G-IST. Have your department head or academic advisor send us a letter stating that you are in good academic standing and have permission to take the class in question. No other supporting materials are required. Please contact: Matthew Lechtenberg at Matthew.Lechtenberg@ischool.drexel.edu
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