[Purpose/significance] This paper introduces the current situation of iSchool in personnel training of library and information science in America,and puts forward the reference for the reform of personnel training model in library and information science in China.[Method/process] Through an online survey of top 15 iSchool members in America, this paper investigates and analyzes personnel training model for library and information science from four aspects, including training objectives, training contents, training methods and talents training evaluation. [Result/conclusion] iSchool aims to cultivate the students to master basic knowledge and skills, information technology, and promote learning and research ability. Categories of core curricula are widespread involving basic courses, information technology, research methods and interdisciplinary courses and so on. Talent training methods are diverse including degree education, certification, dual degree, minor, etc. Certification associations, ranking agencies and schools attach great importance to the assessment of personnel training quality. This paper also discusses the enlightenment of the LIS education for China.