Master of Science in Library and Information Science

Build a robust foundation in organizing, preserving, and delivering information. Explore metadata, research methods, and user services with opportunities to specialize in high‑demand areas. As the volume of information grows and technologies for creating, storing, searching, and retrieving information advance, the role of information professionals becomes increasingly vital. Organizations across industries need skilled experts who can organize, manage, preserve, and provide access to knowledge in meaningful ways. Simmons University’s Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MS (LIS)) program — accredited by the American Library Association — pairs top-ranked faculty with rigorous academics and real-world experience to prepare you for a career as an information professional.

Co-ed in master’s programs (men and women are admitted) GPA: undergraduate grades equivalent to minimum GPA 3.0 (NACES-approved external evaluation)