This combination provides an education rich in conceptual development and practical application. Although some enter the program immediately after completing an undergraduate degree, the majority of students are midcareer professionals with significant work experience who wish to expand their skills and earn a professional degree. More than 500 students are enrolled in the school's graduate program. The student body represents an impressive diversity, both in academic background and geographic origin. About 50 percent are international students.
Students also enhance their learning through co-op and internship experiences.
Courses scheduled in the late afternoon and evening, as well as intensive summer classes, allow working professionals to complete the degree at their own pace without sacrificing their current jobs. The distance learning format offers a combination of brief residencies and coursework over the Internet. The School of Information Studies is a recognized national leader in information management, and the TNM program is known as one of the most innovative in its field. Internship and cooperative education opportunities for students are excellent. Career Opportunities Highly trained professionals with the skills necessary to manage the tremendous changes in the telecommunications industry are in great demand.