MA/MS in Library Science and Administration

Chicago State University's library and information science master's degree, the MS, prepares people for careers as librarians, archivists and similar information professionals. Graduates find roles in schools, colleges, public and state libraries and comparable workplaces. The program holds initial accreditation from the American Library Association, with the next full review visit scheduled for 2027. Students can pick a specialisation: school, academic or public library work, or archives and records management. The curriculum keeps an urban focus throughout. All courses are currently delivered online, although anyone pursuing the school library specialisation may still need in-person components and extra requirements. The department holds regular online information sessions for prospective applicants and links to an FAQ and a newsletter for further detail on the program.