Residential MLIS Program
The Residential Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program is designed to provide on-campus courses for students within commuting distance of the UW campus in Seattle. The MLIS program is a full-time degree program that generally requires two calendar years to complete. The average course load for graduate study is three to four courses each quarter. Ten credits is the minimum load for students who must satisfy certain financial aid requirements.
The degree requirements (core courses, electives, and culminating experience) are identical for the Residential and Online MLIS programs.
Curriculum for the Residential MLIS program is typically delivered in the traditional classroom setting. However note that not all of our courses are offered in an on-campus mode, and it may be very likely that a Residential MLIS student will take some online courses throughout their degree program. Examples include some of the information technology courses, or special topics courses that are only available online. Residential students are encouraged to be flexible if taking an online course, and realize the benefit of diversifying their ability to learn in various modes, engage in group work both face-to-face and online, and utilize technologies that will enhance their ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with others.
The MLIS program follows the UW Academic Calendar. The academic calendar shows registration periods, dates of instruction, final examination schedules, and other important dates.
View course schedules and offerings.
Online Program
The MLIS program is also available in an online learning mode. Learn about the Online MLIS program.