MA/MS in Library Science and Administration

The Master of Library Science at Queens College is delivered by the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies, usually shortened to GSLIS. The school states a commitment to rigorous teaching and affordable programs, with the aim of educating professionals who think critically, focus on communities and value service. Graduates are expected to contribute in information-heavy settings of many kinds. The school also emphasizes the health of local and global communities and the continued development of library and information science as a discipline, including its research and everyday practice. The degree is a professional master's credential, and it can also be combined with another field. The history department, for example, offers a joint program that awards both an MLS and an MA. Prospective students should review the school's published admission requirements and ask advisors about course sequencing, specializations and practicum options, none of which are detailed in the brief catalog entry.