Library Science, MLS

Program Overview

The Library Science MLS program gives students the chance to see how libraries today are information centers where users come to collaborate and build as well as investigate sources of knowledge. The program includes specializations in public libraries, academic libraries, digital libraries, school media and other areas.

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Program 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.
Students will design and implement programming to meet the identified informational needs of constituents.
Students will organize information in both digital and traditional formats to ensure maximum access for all users.

Admission Requirements

The requirements for all applicants are as follows:

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)
Statement of purpose: This statement should be approximately 700–800 words (2–3 pages) long. Please discuss the following in the statement:
- How your personal, academic and work experiences have influenced you to apply for this program
- What your professional objectives are and how you want to arrive at them
- How you hope to contribute to positive change in the field, especially in light of the School’s mission “to prepare professionals to become leaders who can advance the library and information sciences in a diverse and global society"
Resume or curriculum vitae (CV): should include work experience related to the library and information professions, as well as other types of employment experience, and volunteer or community activities; should be less than 2 pages long
The GRE is not required (submitted scores are not considered)

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

Application Deadline Dates

U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents

Fall: July 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: April 1

International Applicants

Fall: April 1
Spring: September 1
Summer: no admission

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How to Apply

All individuals who would like to apply to an NCCU graduate program (except the law program) must apply using the correct online graduate admission application.

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