The Master of Library and Information Science degree is a program of basic professional education designed to prepare students for entry into positions in libraries and information centers in colleges, schools, communities, industries, and businesses. The MLIS program provides students with a strong core of general knowledge of the profession and the opportunity to explore individual areas of interest as related to specific career preparation.

The list below outlines the areas of interest students may want to pursue. Each area of interest includes a suggested Program of Study – an outline of the courses faculty recommend for each area. The School Library Certification area, however, has a required program of study.

Academic Libraries
Archival Studies and Preservation Management
Children and Young Adult Services
Cultural Heritage Institutions
Digital Image Management
Generalist
Health Sciences Information Services in Academic Environments
Health Sciences Information Services in Health Care & Research Environments
Information Policy
Information Science and Technology
Information Services
Management/Administration
Public Libraries
Reference
Reference: Instructional Services
School Library Certification - this area has a required program of study.
Strategic and Business Information
Technical Services