The Directory, available in two formats, provides information about library and information studies programs that are accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).

Please note: Information on specific offerings is provided voluntarily by the ALA-accredited programs. For the most complete and current information, please contact the programs directly or visit their …

ALA-Accredited LIS Programs ALA accreditation indicates that the program has undergone an external review and meets the ALA Committee on Accreditation's Standards for Accreditation.

Each entry includes contact information, program name, date through which it is accredited, and distance education opportunities. You can search by state/province, distance education options, …

If you desire a position that requires a master of library science degree, the fact that your degree is ALA accredited is perhaps the most important factor. There are over 50 programs in the United States …

A master's degree in library science (MLS), preferably from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program, is necessary for most librarian positions in most public, academic, and special …

The American Library Association (ALA) accredits master's programs in library and information studies across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Listing of library certificate and degree programs for those who might be interested in working in a library environment.

Most MLIS programs offer independent study and some accept courses taken in other schools, graduate departments, or universities. Many ALA-accredited programs provide distance-learning opportunities …

Please see the "Guidelines for choosing a master's program in library and information studies" for more suggestions. Surveys that result in rankings of LIS programs are published in both professional and …