Study M.S. in Library & Information Science (Rare Books & Special Collections) 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 (Rare Books & Special Collections)

USA

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What will I learn?

Examples of Specialized and Rare Book Collections can be found all over the world. The Palmer School's coursework in these areas is designed for students intending to pursue careers in research libraries, cultural institutions, and the book trade. Students develop proficiency in rare book librarianship, the history of the book, rare book cataloging and descriptive bibliography, preservation, archival techniques, and exhibition planning. They become acquainted with major collections through field trips, meetings with local experts, and internships. The program makes extensive use of the rich rare book and special collections libraries in the greater New York City area. Students will have the opportunity to explore special collections of film, posters, photographs, maps, art, printed ephemera and other historical artifacts. Specialized courses in book history are also available through the Palmer School’s unique partnership with Rare Book School at the University of Virginia.

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 2027

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

September 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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