Earning a master’s in library science equips graduates to excel as librarians and in other related roles. Many MLIS programs encourage specialization in a specific niche of library science.

Library science bachelor’s programs are interdisciplinary in nature, integrating principles of information systems and technology, statistics and the liberal arts.

Master’s programs in library science can usually be finished within two years and some can be finished within a single year.

ALISE (Association for Library and Information Science Education) is a non-profit organization that serves as the intellectual home of university faculty in graduate programs in library and ...

Students who pursue a master's in library science can also gain employment in non-librarian roles such as data administrator, records analyst, research expert and more.

ALISE (Association for Library and Information Science Education) is a non-profit organization that serves as the intellectual home of university faculty in graduate programs in library and ...