Master of Science in Library & Information Science
St. John’s University

Program Details

In an age of an abundance of digital content, the professional processing of information has become critical. The online Master of Science in Library and Information Science program from St. John’s University gives you the knowledge to analyze, evaluate and organize information effectively to enhance information delivery. Become an information specialist in the industry and area of your choice with a targeted curriculum. In this program, accredited by the American Library Association (ALA), you will learn how to analyze, evaluate and organize information to enhance information delivery in your chosen specialty. Develop a specialty through your choice of specializations, including Academic Librarianship, Social Justice, Archival Studies, Management, Public Librarianship and Youth Services. You can also pursue an advanced certificate in Social Justice in the Information Professions or Management for Information Professionals with no additional coursework. St. John’s M.S. L.I.S. offers an e-portfolio and mentoring program to help students strengthen their ability to secure an advanced position in library sciences. Students can benefit from a strong alumni network and qualify for the performance-based O’Connell Scholarship. Graduate in as little as two years.

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

St. John’s University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Interview, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent