Find out more about Bachelor of Science in Information & Library Science

Program Details

In the digital age, where information is abundant and easily accessible, the role of information professionals has become more vital than ever. The online Information and Library Science (ILS) bachelor’s degree from the University of Maine at Augusta equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate, organize, and preserve information in a rapidly evolving world. Throughout this program, students will have opportunities to participate in information agency communities, learn from fellow students and industry professionals, and apply skills in various settings.

Benefits of this online degree include:

• Connecting communities
• Changing lives
• Empowerment through information access



Information and Library Science is an interdisciplinary field that encompasses various aspects of information organization, retrieval, management, and dissemination. Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in ILS gain a solid foundation in disciplines such as information organization, metadata creation, cataloging, information retrieval, digital libraries, research methodologies, and library management. By obtaining the online bachelor’s degree in Information and Library Science, graduates will be ready to embark on successful library careers.

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