MLIS Library and Information Studies at University of Arkansas

Programme overview

The Master of Library and Information Studies Program develops essential skills in librarianship, archives, and technology, preparing graduates for a variety of career paths in libraries, museums, healthcare, government, and private industry. Graduates will be equipped for roles such as librarians, archivists, curators, research associates, software developers, information architects, data analysts, consumer insight researchers, and vendors in publishing and computer systems.

Faculty: Graduate School | Department: Library and Information Studies | Study mode: full-time | Location: Fayetteville, AR, United States

What you will study

The program of study will include a minimum of 36 hours as indicated below.

Career pathways

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Application information

Entry requirements

Program Admission Requirements: To be considered for admission to the M.L.I.S. program, applicants must be admissible to the Graduate School at the University of Arkansas and must have: Earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. A minimum 3.00 GPA overall or a 3.00 GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework. Completed a program-specific application to the M.L.I.S. program. Provided a Statement of Purpose and Goals. The statement of purpose is a one- to two-page essay explaining your reasons for applying to the program. Be sure to include both your short- and long-term goals.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer sessions.

Graduate School application deadlines: August 1 for fall, December 1 for spring, April 15 for summer sessions; some departments set earlier deadlines. The application fee is $60 for new applicants; $30 for returning UA graduate students.

Law (JD): priority application deadline April 15, with rolling review after that date; admission is for the full-time program in the fall.

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