UNO/MU Masters of Arts
in Library Science Program


A Masters in Library Science is needed to direct or hold leadership positions in public, academic and special libraries from a program accredited by the American Library Association.

The MALS program consists of 42 credit hours that can be taken in a variety of distance sensitive formats. 21 hours of required coursework covers topics such as management, collections, reference, cataloging, information technology, research, and a field-based practicum.

21 hours of elective coursework is tailored to individual needs and allows the students to customize and focus their learning in areas of particular interest.

Program Overview

Application Tutorial

Course Descriptions

Course Schedules

Calendars of Required and Elective Courses [Summer 2007 - Spring 2011]
Required Courses
Elective Courses

MUDirect Course Schedule
Full listing of all MALS courses offered for Nebraska students

SISLT Course Schedule
MALS Courses offered at any MU location (including Nebraska and web-only)

Nebraska Library Commission Schedule
Library Media/Library Science Courses offered with class sessions meeting in Nebraska. Search "coursework" for current schedule.

Program of Study

    Program of Study (M-1 Form)
    Program of Study Substitution Form

Practicum

    MALS Practicum Guide
    MALS Practicum in Information Agencies Application Form
    Student's Evaluation of Superving Librarian Form

Commencement

    MU Graduate Commencement Information
    University information concerning graduation, including ordering regalia, announcements, transcripts, and diplomas.
    Graduation School Gateway
    MU Graduate School Commencement Information Page. Includes the date and time of specific ceremonies.
    Commencement Information Specific to Master's Students
    RSVP for commencement, graduation checklists and reminders.