Syracuse University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Library and Information Science

Program Description:

This 36-credit hour program educates students to become leaders in the evolution of the library and information profession in the 21st century. The MSLIS is offered in both online and on-campus formats. Most students complete the program in one to two years, depending on their course load. A maximum of seven years is permitted.

The MSLIS degree provides a foundation in traditional librarianship as well as skill sets necessary for emerging leadership roles of librarians in information centers, the information industry, and other venues. The School of Information Studies faculty members are nationally known leaders in such fields as digital literacy, school media libraries, digital libraries, classification, reference services, and much more. The MSLIS degree at the School of Information Studies at Syracuse University is accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) and ranked #3 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

Professional librarians today are in high demand in libraries across the country as well as in information centers in organizations and the information industry. Opportunities are exceptionally good for graduates with prior training and experience in the sciences and health profession. Perhaps the fastest growing area of job growth in the profession, however, involves the application of technology to improve libraries and information centers.

Three themes run throughout the courses in the MSLIS program:

* Focus on users
* Effective leadership and management of information and information organizations
* Appropriate and effective use of information technologies


The MSLIS program also offers a specialization in School Media, as well as a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Digital Libraries for those who want to work with organizing and managing collections of digital information, either within or outside of established libraries, and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in School Media.

Accreditation:

The School of Information Studies is accredited by the American Library Association.

International Student Requirements:

Applicants who are citizens of the following English speaking countries are not required to submit TOEFL scores: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Canada, Fiji, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Trinidad & Tobago, and the United Kingdom. International applicants who would need Syracuse University to issue them an I-20 form for a student visa must show sufficient funding for at least the first year of graduate study. Acceptable evidence of adequate funding for privately sponsored applicants is certified current bank statements on official bank letterhead signed by an authorized bank official that indicates sufficient funds exist to meet at least first year expenses.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Both

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Midsize City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999