How to Satisfy the Information Literacy Requirement

Your graduation requirements are based on the Skyline College Catalog in effect when you began your enrollment. Learn more about catalog rights.

Students who began enrollment before Fall 2026 may fulfill the Information Literacy requirement by completing the Skyline College Information Literacy Tutorial, an approved Information Literacy course, or an equivalent requirement.

Students who began enrollment in Fall 2026 or later must fulfill the Information Literacy requirement by completing LIBR 890 or an equivalent requirement.

How to Fulfill the Information Literacy Requirement

If you are unsure whether you need to fulfill the Information Literacy requirement or which option applies to you, check with a counselor or review your DegreeWorks before choosing an option below.

Option A: Complete the Information Literacy Tutorial

Register for the tutorial using the Information Literacy Tutorial Registration Form.

Once your registration is accepted, the tutorial will appear on your Canvas dashboard.

Option B: Complete an Information Literacy Course

Complete:

  • LIBR 890: Information Literacy — noncredit course offered on a Pass/No Pass basis. (For Fall 2026, CRN 99150)

Option C: Complete an Equivalent Requirement

Complete an equivalent college-level information literacy or information competency course or requirement with a grade of C or better or Pass. 

Students must submit an Information Literacy Equivalency Petition for review and approval.

Questions?

Contact Annie Costa at costaa@smccd.edu with any questions about the Information Literacy Requirement.