Archives Management Programs
Simmons University’s School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) is one of the most influential LIS schools in the country. When you join our Archives Management programs, you gain academically rigorous training, hands-on experience, and direct access to Boston’s world-class archives, museums, and cultural institutions. At Simmons, you build the practical competencies and professional perspective you need to lead in an evolving archives landscape.
#1 in Archives & Preservation, US News & World Report
As a student in the nation’s top-ranked Archives Management program, you prepare for impactful roles across the field. You can pursue opportunities as a Processing, Reference, Digital Assets, Preservation, or Outreach Archivist and contribute to collections in university archives, special collections, government agencies, historical societies, and corporate settings.
Simmons is known internationally among librarians. I feel that if I apply for a job anywhere in the world, they will recognize the value of a Simmons LIS degree.
— Diana Myers ‘24MS
Program Options
Library and Information Science with Archives Management Concentration (MS)
Gain comprehensive training in archival theory, technology, and applied practice. You’ll build real-world experience through internships, practicums, and partnerships with leading archives throughout the country.
Archives Management Certificate
Strengthen your expertise through a streamlined, practice-focused program designed for working professionals who already hold a Master’s in Library and Information Science. You’ll deepen your skills in archival theory, digital curation, project management, preservation principles, and collection stewardship.
Library and Information Science and History Dual Degree (MS/MA)
Expand your expertise at the intersection of archives and historical scholarship. You’ll develop advanced archival competencies alongside rigorous training in historical research, preparing you for roles in academic archives, special collections, museums, and cultural heritage institutions. This integrated program offers coordinated advising and experiential learning across both disciplines.
Library and Information Science (PhD)
Advance your scholarship and influence the future of the information professions. You’ll engage in original research with faculty mentors who are leaders in archival studies, digital stewardship, and information science. The program is designed for professionals who already hold a Master’s in Library and Information Science seeking academic, research, or senior leadership roles in LIS and archival practice.
Why Simmons for Archivists
At Simmons, you join a collaborative network of archivists, faculty, and professional partners committed to advancing the field. You prepare to serve as a steward of information and an ethical, inclusive leader across academic libraries, special collections, museums, historical societies, government archives, and digital repositories.
Refer a Future Simmons Archivist
As a Simmons alum and SAA member, you know the impact our #1 Archives Management program has on the profession. If you know an emerging archivist ready to grow, refer them to our Archives Management programs and help shape the next generation of leaders.