Master of Library and Information Science
Earn Your Master of Library and Information Science and Make an Impact
Simmons University’s Master of Library and Information Science program equips students to lead in libraries, archives, and beyond. With top-ranked faculty and flexible learning options—online, on campus, or blended—you can customize your education to meet your goals.
Program Concentrations
Archives Management—Ranked #1, preparing students for careers in archives and special collections.
Information Science and Technology—Build expertise in data management and digital libraries.
Libraries and Librarianship—Develop skills in library management and user instruction.
School Library Teacher—Train for K-12 library careers in Massachusetts with curriculum and instructional strategies.
Cultural Heritage Informatics—Manage and preserve cultural artifacts across institutions.
National Recognition
Simmons Library and Information Science programs are highly ranked in U.S. News and World Report.
1st
Archives Management
Our Archives Management concentration is ranked 1st among Archives & Preservation programs.
* U.S. News & World Report, 2025.
9th
Master's in Library and Information Science
The Master's in Library and Information Science is ranked 9th in the nation.
*U.S. News & World Report, 2025.
9th
Services for Children and Youth program
SLIS was ranked 9th for Services for Children and Youth programs.
*U.S. News & World Report, 2025.
13th
School Library Teacher concentration
Our School Library Teacher concentration is ranked 13th among School Library Media programs.
*U.S. News & World Report, 2025.
13th
Digital Librarianship program
SLIS is ranked 13th among Digital Librarianship programs.
*U.S. News & World Report, 2025.
Transformative Education, Tailored for You
Simmons University’s flexible Master of Library and Information Science (MS) program pairs top-ranked faculty with rigorous academics and real-world experience. Offered online, in blended formats, or on our Boston and Western Mass campuses, the program lets you specialize in areas such as Archives Management, Information Science and Technology, Libraries and Librarianship, School Library Teacher, or Cultural Heritage Informatics—preparing you to thrive in a rapidly evolving field.
Choosing an MS or MLIS
Graduates of Simmons’ Master's in Library and Information Science program find rewarding careers in libraries, archives, museums, corporations, and technology firms. Whether you want to become a digital librarian, archivist, user experience researcher, or data assets manager, our program equips you with the skills to organize, analyze, and manage information in innovative ways. With hands-on internships, industry connections, and a robust alumni network, Simmons graduates thrive in top institutions like Harvard University, Fortune 500 companies, and major cultural organizations.
Sometimes, when doing a career shift there is a fear that you have to start at the bottom, but Simmons did an exceptional job of connecting the dots between my prior experience and what I want to do in the future.
Kelsey F., '22 MSLIS
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