M.S. in Library & Information Science (General Studies)

The field of library and information science touches upon countless areas of information work, from academic environments to both public and specialized corporate settings. You can personalize your educational experience to one that best suits your distinct career goals. The general Master of Science in Library and Information Science program is accredited by the American Library Association and is the standard terminal professional degree for most professional positions in libraries. Beyond the required courses and internship (see below) there is much flexibility in this degree which allows students to pursue specializations. If you are or expect to be working in a specialized career area such as law, medicine, business, museums, scientific or technical centers, music, art, academic, or special libraries, Palmer offers a variety of courses that will fit your needs. It is feasible to construct one's course of study from required courses, a selection of electives, and an internship that correspond directly with the interests and career goals of students. It is recommended that students getting the general MSLIS degree seek input from advising staff or faculty to ensure that a useful combination of courses and an internship are included in their study plans.

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 bachelor’s 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 semester’s 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 master’s 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 applicant’s potential in the profession and ability to complete a graduate program, A current résumé, A personal statement that describes the applicant’s motivation for seeking the degree, special areas of interest, and career objectives in the profession (no more than 1000 words).