Master of Science Program

Preference is given to complete applications meeting the deadlines; however, we will accept applications as long as space is available. To ensure consideration, submit all application materials (including transcripts and letters of reference) by the following dates:

October 15
M.S. on-campus spring admission.

November 15
M.S. LEEP online spring admission.

January 15
M.S. on-campus summer and fall admission.

March 1
M.S. LEEP online summer admission.

 

K-12 Library Information Specialist Certification Program

Students interested in earning an Illinois Type 10 (Special) K-12 Teaching Certificate may apply to the K-12 LIS Certification program after 8 hours of LIS coursework at GSLIS are completed. Deadlines for application for either M.S. or C.A.S. students are October 1 for spring semester admission or February 15 for fall or summer semester admission.

Certificate of Advanced Study (C.A.S.) Program

C.A.S. students may enter the program in summer, fall, or spring semesters. Applications are due March 15 (summer); June 15 (fall); and November 15 (spring).

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Program

Ph.D. students are admitted in the fall semester. All Ph.D. applicants, including those who wish to receive financial aid, must submit their application no later than December 15.

If you have specific questions, please contact us by telephone at (217) 333-7197 or (800) 982-0914 or via e-mail at lis-apply@illinois.edu.