The School of Information's Master or Arts in Library and Information Science program is accredited by the American Library Association. The program focuses on information organization, digitial information, health sciences, law and culture. Students prepare for careers in libraries, museums, archives, government and business information centers. This degree program is a total of 37 units.The University of Arizona Master of Arts in Library and Information Science (MLIS) prepares students for exceptional careers in libraries, museums and archives, as well as government and business.Accredited by the American Library Association, our top-ranked library and information science program can be completed online or on campus in as few as two years.The interdisciplinary MLIS curriculum reflects the diversity of library and information environments, covering an array of professional perspectives-from archival studies to digital curation, from public librarianship to legal information, and from health informatics to academic librarianship-positioning graduates for a wide range of fascinating and important careers.
Which department am I in?
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
$35,012.00 (29,54,101)
per year
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600 and Living Expenses - Housing and Food - $16,800.
Start date
May 2027
Venue
Main Campus
Tucson ,,
Tucson,
Arizona,
AZ 85721, West, United States
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
$35,012.00 (29,54,101)
per year
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600 and Living Expenses - Housing and Food - $16,800.
Admission to the Library and Information Science Masters degree program is granted by the director of the School of Information, upon recommendation of the School of Information Admissions Committee and the Graduate College. To be admitted, you must meet the requirements of both the Graduate College and School of Information. These include: A bachelors degree from the University of Arizona or from an accredited college or university recognized by the University of ArizonaA grade point average of 3.0 or higher
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.