Information Science, School of

The University of South Carolina School of Information Science is one of the nation's youngest, but most distinguished, schools of library and information science education. The school is nationally accredited by the American Library Association.

The University of South Carolina School of Information Science’s mission reflects a commitment to encouraging excellence in research and teaching; creating leaders committed to diversity and public service; promoting creativity; and encouraging the development of innovative practices that contribute to the creation of knowledge, advance cultural heritage stewardship, and improve understanding of the important roles that libraries, information, and technology play in an empowered global society. The School’s responsibility to the State of South Carolina also lies at the heart of this mission, as does the broader intention to enhance literacy and promote social equity around the world.