The School of Information applies the same minimum criteria as it does for the Master of Arts in Library and Information Science.
a bachelor's degree from an accredited school/institution
a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
All students are required to complete certificate coursework within 4 years.
If you are not a current student in the School of Information, Master of Arts in Library and Information Science program, please carefully read the minimum requirements to apply for certificate admission.
Unofficial transcripts from ALL higher education institutions attended (official transcripts are not needed until applications have been recommended to the Graduate College by the School of Information)
Unofficial proof of English proficiency scores (international students only) - official scores will be sent directly to the university
Current resum or curriculum vitae (CV) in the Supplemental Questions section
Write a 750-1000 word Statement of Purpose that outlines any library experience, knowledge and/or skills you have that would make you successful in the program
Provide email addresses and contact information for two recommenders in the Letters of Recommendation section. Letters of recommendation must be uploaded by the recommenders no later than the application deadline. Letters of recommendation uploaded past the deadline will not be considered

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - minimum composite score of 7, with no subject area below a 6
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.