Applications for Fall 2025 have closed. Applications for Fall 2026 will open in August 2025.

Single Degree Programs

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MA with In-Person Options

Innovative MA in LIS, with online, hybrid, and in-person coursework

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Online MA

Information on our fully online MA

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Undergrad to Grad Program

Information on our Undergrad to Grad Program for UI Students

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Areas of Specialization

Choose a generalist degree or focus on a specific LIS area

Certificates

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Certificate in Special Collections Librarianship and Archives

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MA and Certificate in Book Studies

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Teacher Librarian Certification

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All Graduate College Certificates

Combined Degree Programs

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Combined MA/MFA

Joint MA/MFA degree option with the UICB

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Combined JD/MA

Joint JD/MA degree option with the UI College of Law

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Combined English PhD/MA

Joint PhD/MA degree option with UI English

Financial Information

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Tuition Calculator

Calculate tuition through the Office of the Registrar

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Financial Assistance

Learn about funding your education