What We Offer

SLIS offers a 36-credit Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) graduate degree with many options to specialize. The School also offers 4 pre/post Master’s certificates, a joint MLIS/MA with the Department of History and the School Library Media endorsement. View the complete Degree/Certificates List.

How Long it Takes

MLIS students can complete the degree in as little as one year or as long as six years. The average is 1 1/2 to 2 years which is typically 4 to 6 semesters.

What it Costs

Each graduate course costs about $2000. All online students pay the same tuition regardless of residency. Complete tuition details are available.

Meet our Campus Community

Erin VaderMLIS with Information Management Graduate Certificate

"Go for it! Regardless of where you live, this is totally doable. And so far, it's been a lot of fun too! Just stay positive, stay motivated, and keep working toward your goals."

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Events

Calendar of Events

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SLIS Prospective Student Information Meeting (Online): June 13 2013 at 5:00 PM
Online (URL will be emailed to all who have RSVPed)
A general introduction to the School of Library and Information Science will be provided in addition to a Q&A session.  Please note:  This meeting will be conducted online.  In order to attend, please RSVP and the URL for the meeting will be emailed to you a day prior to the event.   Degrees and Certificate programs reviewed at the Information meeting include: Master of Library and Information Science (On-campus and Online) Joint MLIS and MA in History Degree Program School Library Media Specialist Endorsement Graduate Certificate in Archival Administration Graduate Certificate in Information Management (online) Graduate Certificate in Public Library Services to Children and Young Adults (online) Specialist Certificate in Library and Information Science  
SLIS Booth@ALA Annual: June 28 2013
McCormick Place
Going to ALA Annual 2013 in Chicago? Stop by the SLIS booth to speak with a representative from Wayne State University's School of Library and Information Science. Learn more about our graduate degrees and certificates that can advance your career!  SLIS student or alum? Stop by and say hello--we will be passing out SLIS ribbons! Exhibit Floor Hours Friday, June 28 - 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm (Opening Reception in the Exhibits)Saturday, June 29 - 9:00 am – 5:00 pmSunday, June 30 - 9:00 am – 5:00 pmMonday, July 1 - 9:00 am – 2:00 pm We hope to see you there!
New MLIS Orientation: August 23 2013 at 9:00 AM
McGregor Memorial Conference Center
The faculty, staff, student leaders, and administration will welcome new LIS students at New MLIS Student Orientation. Orientation provides preliminary information to make new students' first weeks run more smoothly and will help students learn the skills, knowledge, and processes that will aid in their continuing success as a student in the program. The orientation program will be located at the McGregor Memorial Conference Center. For parking information, please visit http://parking.wayne.edu. Please note that there is a fee for parking. To view a campus map, please visit http://www.campusmap.wayne.edu  
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