Study M.S. in Library & Information Science (Public Librarianship) at Long Island University - C.W. Post in the USA, College of Education, Information and Technology
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M.S. in Library & Information Science (Public Librarianship)

USA

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What will I learn?

The 36-credit Master of Science in Library and Information Science program – accredited by the American Library Association – offers coursework in the area of study leading to career opportunities in the field of Public Librarianship. Public libraries exist in all settings and range from large research-oriented operations to small community and rural reading room collections. They serve individuals of all ages and backgrounds with programs, community information, job and life skills, and recreational materials. They work closely with community and social service agencies. The following courses are among those suggested for individuals interested in working in this setting. Public library service offers opportunities in many areas of expertise. Typically, public librarians focus on a particular area of service and students can benefit from considering the guidelines suggested below. These guidelines include recommendations for: General (Adult) Public Librarianship, Technology Leadership

Which department am I in?

College of Education, Information and Technology

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$25,830.00 per year
Student Health Insurance $2,158
Start date

January 2028

Venue

LIU Post

720 Northern Blvd.,

Brookville,

New York,

11548, Northeast, United States

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$25,830.00 per year
Student Health Insurance $2,158
Start date

January 2027

Venue

LIU Post

720 Northern Blvd.,

Brookville,

New York,

11548, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

LIU online application completed and signed. Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and proof of degree of anticipated degree. GMAT or GRE scores (if applicable, see major requirements). Two Letters of Recommendation.Official copies of undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts from any college(s) or universities attended. Applicants must have achieved at least a 3.0 grade point average or equivalent in a bachelors program or in the last two years of the undergraduate program. Applicants who have not completed their degrees prior to submitting the admission application should submit a transcript without the final semesters grades. Such applicants may be accepted pending receipt of their final degree noted on official transcript. Applicants whose undergraduate average is below a 3.0 may be required to submit the results of the Graduate Record Exam or Miller Analogies Test taken in the last five years. Students already holding a masters degree or who can show successful completion of coursework in graduate school will not be required to take the GRE or MAT exams. Two professional and/or academic letters of recommendation that address the applicants potential in the profession and ability to complete a graduate program, A current résumé, A personal statement that describes the applicants motivation for seeking the degree, special areas of interest, and career objectives in the profession (no more than 1000 words).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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