Overview

Library Science at North Carolina Central University includes specializations in public libraries, academic libraries, digital libraries, school media and other areas.

Objectives

The following are the student learning outcomes of the Master of Library Science program:

Students will describe the field of librarianship in terms of the breadth and depth of its theoretical framework, managerial functions/operations and principles and ethics.

Students will be able to develop viable research proposals that contribute to the professional knowledge base.

Students will articulate the role of library and information services in a diverse global society, including the role of serving the needs of underserved groups.

Students will actively participate in scholarly and creative activities that contribute to their professional development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Administration of the School Media Center

The Special Library/Information System

The Academic Library

The Public Library

Librarianship and Information Services

Selection and Use of Information Sources

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

Online graduate admission application

$50 non-refundable application fee

GPA/grades: Cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.75 (“A”= 4.0) on all undergraduate work (exceptions to the 2.75 GPA requirement may be made for applicants with relevant professional experience)

Official transcripts: Official copies of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (must be received in sealed university envelopes)

Letters of recommendation: At least two relevant professional or academic letters of recommendation (access forms through the online application; recommenders need to upload letters of recommendation)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21276 USD / year

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Out-of-State

21276 USD / year

≈ 21276 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7968 USD / year

≈ 7968 USD / year

Living costs

Durham

United States

990 - 1670 USD / month

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

Funding

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