Program Description

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.

18 hours of required coursework covers topics such as management, collections, reference, cataloging, information technology, research, and a field-based practicum.

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

Important Links

Program Overview

Overview of the Master of Arts in Library Science program from the Missouri College of Education

Application Tutorial

Brief tutorial describing the application process.
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Course Descriptions

Brief descriptions of courses offered in the Masters program

Course Schedules -- Calendars of Required and Elective Courses [Spring 2009 - Spring 2012]

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 (MSWord Document)
Student's Evaluation of Supervising Librarian Form (MSWord Document)

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.