CIP Code: 25.0101

Program of Study for the Master of Library Science in Library Science, General

Basic Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a complete application to the Graduate School .

Additional Admission Requirements: Personal Statement

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting this criteria does not guarantee admission.

Letters of Recommendation: Two, must be professional or academic

Location: Online

Additional Information on Program

Students who hold NC “A” licensure and present passing scores on the specialty area PRAXIS/NTE are entitled to apply for 076 Media Coordinator Licensure from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Students who do not hold a valid North Carolina teaching license will be required to take additional coursework and internship hours in order to seek 076 licensure.

Course Requirements for the Master of Library Science

Concentration Requirements (21 Credits)

• LIB 5010 - Collection Development and Management (3)
• LIB 5040 - Strategic Administration of School Media Resources and Services (3)
• LIB 5070 - Integrating Literature and Media into Instruction (3)
• LIB 5080 - Collaborative Media Program Planning and Evaluation (3)
• LIB 5195 - Critical Issues in Literature and Media (3)
• One program approved elective (3)

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• Select One of the Following Two Courses in Consultation with an Advisor.
  Must be completed in a school media center under supervision of a licensed media coordinator:

• LIB 5900 - Internship/Practicum (1-6) (3)

• OR

• LIB 5910 - Applications of Librarianship Standards (1-6) (3)

Other Requirements for the MLS

Thesis: Not required
Proficiency: Not required
Candidacy: Required; see the program director for specific timeline and requirements for admission to candidacy
Comprehensive: Required Portfolio
Product of Learning: Not required