Overview

The Master of Library and Information Science at the University of Southern Mississippi offers coursework that meets K-12 school licensure requirements for the state of Mississippi. Students who intend to seek licensure in another state should verify that this program of study meets the desired state’s licensure requirements.

What Will I Learn?

Educational Goals for MLIS Students

Knowledge of and commitment to ethical practices
Professional practice and training experiences
Knowledge of the LIS literature
Engagement in research
Technical competency

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Library Information Science
Reference and Information Sources
Cataloging and Classification
Collection Development and Management
Media Utilization
Information Technology and Libraries

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-10 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

West Hattiesburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is competitive and based on a holistic review of the applicant’s credentials by departments. The University sets minimum requirements for regular admission into graduate school, including:
Online Application
$60 non-refundable application fee
Minimum GPA of 2.75/4.00 on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework
Good standing at last university attended
Official transcripts and degree certificates or diplomas from all previous colleges or universities attended
Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE, or iTEP scores
Official copy of GRE, GMAT, or MAT score from testing service
Three letters of recommendation (upload to application file)
Statement of Purpose or writing sample (according to departmental requirements)
Immunization records (required prior to enrolling in classes if admitted)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10284 USD / year

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Out-of-State

10284 USD / year

≈ 10284 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10284 USD / year

≈ 10284 USD / year

Funding

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Overview

What Will I Learn?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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