Overview

The goal of the online Library Science (Archives Studies) MLS program offered at Emporia State University is to prepare creative problem solvers who will provide proactive client-centered services in information agencies. To meet this goal, the curriculum is designed to provide the following dynamic mix of courses:

Core theory courses provide the foundation from which students learn the skill sets necessary for the library and information management profession.
Tools courses provide instruction on how to catalog and classify information, retrieve and repackage information, diagnose information needs, plan and evaluate information services, and use print and electronic information sources.
Applications courses amplify and extend the themes identified in the theory courses and focus on information transfer, global information infrastructure, management, and technology.
Elective courses are devoted to current issues in the profession and a capstone experience provides an opportunity to synthesize the educational experience in preparation for entering the field.

SLIM faculty teach all of the required theory courses in the curriculum and most of the elective offerings. SLIM hires qualified practitioners to teach certain elective courses that match their areas of expertise. In this way, SLIM students receive a quality education experience grounded in theory and in touch with the latest and best practices in the field.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Library Science degree, graduates will be prepared to:

Promote social justice to meet the diversity needs of individuals in their library’s community.
Develop and manage library services and resources grounded in the theory and practice of librarianship.
Apply evidence-based teaching and learning strategies to support multiliteracies and lifelong learning.
Manage libraries and information organizations and their resources for the benefit of individuals and their communities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information-Seeking Behavior and Reference Services

Organization of Information

Management in Information Organizations

Research in Library and Information Science

Collection Development

Assessing the MLS Experience

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

All admissions materials should be submitted as early as possible to the admissions office.

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Kansas City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit official transcripts from all college/universities attended.
Grade Point Average (GPA) requirements for admission: A minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 semesters hours of study or an overall GPA of a minimum of 3.0 for a completed master’s degree. Probationary admission to the Graduate School is permitted if the student has a GPA between 2.2 and 2.99 in the last 60 hours of study.
ID Verification is required for all graduate students in a distance program (either off-campus or online). ID Verification may be uploaded through the Graduate Application Portal.
A current resume.
Two letters of recommendation or the names and email addresses of two recommenders.
Statement of Purpose – Please complete the following prompts to create your statement of purpose.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19123 USD / year

≈ 19123 USD / year
Out-of-State

19123 USD / year

≈ 19123 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13967 USD / year

≈ 13967 USD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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