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Higher Education Teaching CertificateThe fully online Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) prepares you for professional careers in the information profession. Graduating students rank the MLIS program's flexibility and online learning environment as its top two strengths. 43 units to complete this degree.
The MLIS program is an exclusively online program with no on-campus orientations or other required in-person events. Most course content is delivered asynchronously, giving you the freedom to access the course at any time you choose, from any location. This program sees a high satisfaction rating from its graduates with 95% of graduates stating they would recommend the MLIS program at the SJSU information school.
Program Snapshot
43
units
Fall, Spring
admission
Program Features
Personalized learning
The MLIS program features a dozen career pathways that help you explore and select electives. Many students choose courses from more than one career pathway, building a wide range of skill sets.
Focus on technology
In all courses, you will learn how to use emerging technology, and many MLIS electives specifically focus on technology.
Career growth
About 14,900 openings for librarians and library media specialists are projected each year for the next ten years 2021-2031.
Career Opportunities
With a Master of Library and Information Science, you will be prepared for professional careers in the information profession. Alumni business cards carry diverse titles, such as User Services and Multimedia Librarian, Digital Archivist, Knowledge Manager, Informatics Specialist, Emerging Technology Librarian, and Metadata Specialist.
As an SJSU student you have full access to a career development specialist, who conducts career workshops, hosts a career development blog, provides career guidance, and reviews resumes and cover letters.
The School of Information's website features a section dedicated to career development and resources.
I would recommend the MLIS program because of the wide range of course offerings and flexibility to choose courses that are of interest to my career goals
MLIS graduate
Testimonials
Visit the iSchool's Community Profiles page to hear success stories from MLIS graduates and other students who have graduated from programs at SJSU’s iSchool.
Apply To The Program
Learn more about how to apply below.
- Admission Requirements
For a full list of admission requirements for domestic and international students, visit the iSchool's admissions requirements page.
- How to Apply
For information on how to apply, please visit the iSchool's application procedures page.
- Application Deadlines
Application deadline for students:
Spring 2025
- Application Open: August 1, 2024*
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2024*
- Document Deadline: December 20, 2024*
*These dates are not final and are subject to change.
- FAQ
Visit the Advising FAQ page for answers to some of your questions about the MLIS and the iSchool.
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Contact Information
Dr. Linda Main
Associate Director
School of Information
linda.main@sjsu.edu