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Earn the only ALA-Accredited online MLIS in Louisiana and gain the skills to stand out in your field. 

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Why the Master of Library & Information Science Degree?

Louisiana’s Only ALA-Accredited Program

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Earn a Dual-Degree

Ranked #1 in the nation as the Best Online Master’s in Library Science Program for 2024 by Research.com.

Complete either an online Graduate Certificate in Archival Studies or an online Graduate Certificate in Records and Information Management with your elective courses.

The LSU MLIS program is Louisiana’s only ALA-accredited program, and it has been continuously accredited since 1932.

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Master of Library & Information Science

Become Competitive in Your Field

An MLIS is the required degree for nearly all librarianship positions in North America.

Experienced Faculty

All core required courses are taught by full-time faculty or adjuncts with PhDs and advanced professional experience.

No GRE Required

Qualified students may apply to this program without a GRE score.

$64,370 Median Annual Wage

According to the BLS, the median annual wage for librarians and library media specialists was $64,370 in May 2023.1

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Master of Library & Information Science

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CREDIT HOURS
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$560

$20,160

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ABOUT THE MLIS

Become a Leader in Information Management

Become a key force in helping people and organizations to find, manage, and use information in today’s information-rich world. 

The online Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from LSU equips you with the essential skills to pursue careers in traditional librarianship and related professions. This flexible, 100% online degree offers a comprehensive education in information management, organization, research, technology, and more. As the only ALA-accredited program in Louisiana, the MLIS prepares you to become the go-to expert in diverse information settings, from libraries and archives to corporate and academic spaces. 

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Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university

Admission requirements for the LSU MLIS online program include the following:

A grade-point average of at least 3.0 (“A” = 4.0) on all undergraduate work (or in the final 60 credit hours) and 3.0 on any graduate-level work

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Applicants must apply through the LSU Graduate School

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Hear From Faculty

The MLIS program is based on nearly 90 years of academic and instructional excellence. The faculty bring their research and professional expertise to provide a unique applied learning experience. Graduates are respected leaders in their fields and remain engaged with the LSU School of Information Studies."

Dr. Carol Barry

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LSU School of Information Studies

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Will my degree say I earned it online?

No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.

Will I pay out-of-state tuition if I am outside of Louisiana?

There are no out-of-state fees. Fully online programs offer the same flat-rate tuition no matter where you live.

How do online classes work?

LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located.

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