Overview

Library and Information Science work at Pratt Institute is situated within the context of NYC arts, culture and technology communities, and all of our courses are offered face-to-face in Manhattan, which adds up to unique learning experience. Our graduates go on to have successful careers in the information field.

Students at Library and Information Science program at Pratt Institute will:

Apply core concepts and theories to information collection, organization and access in multiple environments.

Meet information needs of diverse user communities across multiple communication formats (e.g. oral, written, visual, interactive).

Select and apply tools and technologies used in the field to improve information functions.

Investigate information environments and users’ needs, behaviors, and experiences through appropriate research methods and analysis.

Apply core ethical principles to professional practice and understand the broad impact of information on society. Students can raise critical questions about information, its production, dissemination, storage and preservation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Analytics, Research, and Assessment

Digital Cultural Heritage

Libraries and Academic/Research Contexts

Literacy, Education, and Outreach

Rare Books and Special Collections

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-05 00:00:00

More details

Applications will continue to be accepted on an ongoing basis until programs have filled.

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

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university. The applicant must have a superior scholastic record or be able to demonstrate the ability to perform work at the graduate level and is expected to offer evidence of maturity and leadership potential for the profession.

A statement of purpose describing interest in the program and personal goals

A current résumé/CV

Request two letters of recommendation online from academic or professional sources

Official transcripts of all previous postsecondary education

Tuition Fee

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International

38430 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2135 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

38430 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2135 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

38430 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2135 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 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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