Overview

The ability to manage the growing array of information tools has led to new opportunities for those who want to work in the information field, a discipline which bridges the management of both traditional and emerging information sources.

Career Prospects

The Library and Information Science program from the University of Pittsburgh, which is accredited by the ALA through 2020, is designed to anticipate changes in the information environment and to educate the next generation of creative and entrepreneurial information professionals who can serve in a wide variety of capacities and in various settings.

Information professionals are the human element that connects people, information, and technology. The MLIS degree program provides a strong grounding in the skills, knowledge, and ethical practices of the information professions to prepare graduates to serve as critically reflective and actively engaged experts in the broader role of information in culture and society.

We encourage the development of creativity, professionalism, and proactive attitude to meet the needs of various clienteles. Our graduates have careers not only in the library, archive and museum settings, but in government, corporate, non-profit, and entrepreneurial environments as well. The MLIS program will prepare a diverse population of graduate students to make a difference in their communities through a rewarding and forward-thinking career path.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Lifecycles of Data and Information

Data and Information in Systems

The Information Professional in the Community

Identifying Information Needs of Knowledge Organizations

Implementing Solutions for Knowledge Organizations

Integrating Solutions for Knowledge Organizations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-05-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-02-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Library Science View 176 other Masters in Library Science in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Letters of Recommendation

Transcripts

Predictor Test Scores

Resume

A statement of no more than 500 words that includes the following elements: Outlines your career goals; Reflects on your relevant work experience in libraries, information centers, or other relevant environments; Highlights your relevant experience using information technology

Tuition Fee

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International

46060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46060 USD per year during 18 months.
National

46060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46060 USD per year during 18 months.
In-State

27164 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27164 USD per year during 18 months.

Living costs for Pittsburgh

1148 - 1944 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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