Overview

The fully online Library and Information Science program at The University of Southern Mississippi was recognized for academic quality, including high praise for the program’s retention and graduation rates as well as affordability.

What Will I Learn?

Graduates from this program are prepared to work in a variety of libraries and information environments using people skills, problem-solving skills, and their ability to organize, access, and evaluate information. Students take courses on a variety of topics including:

Reference sources, collection development
Basic and advanced cataloging
Children’s or young adult literature
Information technology in libraries
Web development and evaluation
Storytelling or programming for youth
School libraries, rural and small libraries

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Literacy
Reference and Information Services
Cataloging and Classification
School Libraries
Development of Library Collection
Rural and Small Libraries
Library Practicum
Library Instruction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Library Science View 163 other Bachelors in Library Science in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.5 _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Freshman applicants should submit the following:

USM Application or Common Application
$40 application fee
Copies of high school transcripts and/or school leaving examination results
Proof of English proficiency (see English Proficiency section for acceptable tests and waiver options)
Optional: SAT or ACT (required for Freshman Merit Scholarship consideration)

Tuition Fee

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International

11340 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11340 USD per year during 48 months.
National

11340 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11340 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

9340 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9340 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for West Hattiesburg

800 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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