M.S. in Library & Information Science (Information Systems & Technology)

The Palmer School offers an area of study in Information Technology and Systems as part of the American Library Association-accredited MSLIS in Library and Information Science program. The program is designed for students intending to pursue careers in technology adoption, systems implementation, and systems management in library and information service settings. Students develop proficiency in diverse information and communication technologies; understanding the needs of stakeholders and organizations; and establishment of long-term policies of technology planning to ensure the quality of information resources and information services.

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).