Overview

LIU Post's Library and Information Science, School Library Media Specialist MS program, provided by Long Island University (LIU) Post, offers a specialized curriculum that focuses on the unique needs and challenges of school libraries. Through coursework, hands-on experiences, and fieldwork opportunities, students develop expertise in areas such as curriculum integration, instructional design, information literacy, and children's and young adult literature.

Key Features

Specialized curriculum tailored for aspiring school library media specialists
Emphasis on integrating library and information resources into the educational curriculum
Practical experiences through internships or fieldwork in school library settings
Knowledge of instructional design, information literacy, and literacy promotion
Preparation for certification as a school library media specialist and careers in educational settings

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Organization and Management of School Library Media Centers
Children's and Young Adult Literature
Information Literacy and Research Skills
Technology in School Library Media Centers
Curriculum Integration and Collaboration
Collection Development for School Libraries
Research Methods in Library and Information Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-04 00:00:00 , International

More details

International: We recommend applying anywhere from 5 to 12 months prior to the start date. Please add the deadline

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

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Prerequisite coursework or background in library science or education (specific requirements may vary)
Cumulative GPA (specific requirements may vary)
Letters of recommendation
Personal statement highlighting interest in school library media specialist role and career goals
Relevant experience in libraries, schools, or related fields (preferred)
GRE scores (specific requirements may vary)
Interview (required or optional, depending on the program)

Tuition Fee

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International

49644 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1379 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

49644 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1379 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

49644 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1379 USD per credit during 12 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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