Overview

Key facts

It includes educational opportunities beyond formal coursework through one-on-one interaction with the faculty; hands-on learning in libraries and information centers; exposure to leaders in the profession; and direct participation in research projects. The program from Syracuse University is offered in both campus and distance learning formats and can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis.

The focus on information justice, equity, and community engagement will be applied and demonstrated through core courses focusing on access and use of information, community information use and users, cultural responsiveness, organization of information and knowledge, evaluation of knowledge, knowledge producing, dissemination and preservation systems, leadership, advocacy, social justice, and best practices for information management.

Graduates of the iSchool’s Library and Information Science program:

Advance information equity and justice by applying professional ethics, values, and standards to work towards a just and equitable information society.
Connect, engage, and collaborate with users and their communities through the provision of inclusive resources, services, and spaces.
Design and innovate to create equitable, just, and engaging information artifacts, including services, systems, spaces, resources, and technologies.
Lead and manage people and projects in an equitable, just, and culturally responsive manner.
Demonstrate information literacy and technological agility.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reference and Information Literacy Services

Library Planning, Marketing, and Assessment

Information Resources: Organization and Access

Library Leadership and Management

Accessible Library & Information Services
Cataloging of Information Resources

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate program application
$75 non-refundable application fee
Academic credentials
Personal statement
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Exam scores
Resume or curriculum vitae (cv)
Financial documents
Additional application submission instructions
Ischool success and employability policy for international students

Tuition Fee

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International

35010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35010 USD per year during 12 months.
National

35010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35010 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

35010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35010 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Syracuse

935 - 1370 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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