Master of Library Media at Auburn University

Auburn University

United States of America, Auburn

University Rank:#851

International students can study the Library Media at Auburn University at its main campus in Auburn, United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 16, 2027.

About Master of Library Media

Code	Title	Hours
Library Media (EdS) - Online Option Available
Class AA Program Checklist for Library Media
Instructional Support Area: 21 hours
EDMD 7020	Principles of Graphic Design for Instruction	3
or EDMD 7230	Theory and Practice of Distance Education
EDMD 7300	Research in Instructional Technology	3
EDMD 7310	Evaluation of Media and Technology Programs	3
EDMD 7320	Advanced Information Sources and Services	3
EDMD 7900	Directed Studies	3
or EDMD 7970	Special Topics in Instructional Technology
EDMD 7980	Field Project	6
Survey of Special Education/Diversity Course: 3 hours	3
Select one of the following:
RSED 6000	Advanced Survey of Exceptionality (required if not previously completed) ¹
EDMD 7030	Diverse Children's and Young Adult Literature: Issues, Trends, & Controversies ⁴
FOUN 7000	Cultural Foundations of Education
FOUN 7020	Sociocultural and Sociopolitical Foundations of Education
CTES 7470	Issues in English for Speakers of Other Languages Education (ESOL)
RSED 7400	Curriculum and Teaching in Specialization
RSED 7460	Positive Behavior Supports
Additional Courses: 6 hours	6
Select two of the following for 6 credit hours:
EDLD 7330	Introduction to Curriculum and Instructional Leadership
ERMA 7100	Advanced Study of Educational Measurement and Evaluation
ERMA 7200	Basic Methods in Education Research ²
FOUN 7010	History of American Education
FOUN 7040	Philosophy and Educational Research
Other advisor-approved supporting courses 6000 level or above ³
Total Hours	30

¹	RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality MUST be used to fulfill requirement if survey of special education course was not completed for prior level certification. It may NOT be used to fulfill the requirement if a survey of special education course was completed for prior level certification.
²	Required if not previously completed
³	Supporting courses must be applicable to the area of certification (e.g., research, assessment/evaluation, classroom management, pedagogy, human behavior/development, foundations, technology, teaching field).
	In addition to the Graduate School requirement of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on all AU courses carrying graduate credit, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 is required on all courses used to meet program requirements.
	Coursework used to meet Class A certification requirements may not be used to meet requirements for Class AA certification.
	All substitutions for required courses must be approved using the Course Substitution Form, including transfer work.
⁴	This course may not be taken if previously completed.

Library Media â€” MEd, EdS

Code	Title	Hours
Library Media - MEd (Certification, Online Option Available)
Class A Program Checklist for Library Media
Instructional Support Area: 21 hours
EDMD 7000	Instructional Design and Development	3
EDMD 7010	Instructional and Information Technologies	3
EDMD 7100	Selection and Use of Media for Youth	3
EDMD 7110	Bibliographic Description, Organization and Control	3
EDMD 7120	Information Sources, Services and Instruction	3
EDMD 7130	Administration of Media and Technology Services	3
EDMD 7210	Integration of Technology Into Curriculum	3
Internship: 3 hours
EDMD 7920	Clinical Residency	3
Survey of Special Education/Diversity Course: 3 hours	3
Select one of the following:
EDMD 7030	Diverse Children's and Young Adult Literature: Issues, Trends, & Controversies
RSED 6000	Advanced Survey of Exceptionality (required if not previously completed) ¹
FOUN 7020	Sociocultural and Sociopolitical Foundations of Education
FOUN 7000	Cultural Foundations of Education
CTES 7470	Issues in English for Speakers of Other Languages Education (ESOL)
RSED 7400	Curriculum and Teaching in Specialization
RSED 7460	Positive Behavior Supports
Additional Courses: 3 hours	3
Select one of the following:
EPSY 7400	Ed Psych & Educational Implica
EPSY 7420	Learning Theory and Educational Practice
Other advisor-approved supporting courses 6000 level or above ²
Total Hours	30

¹	RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality must be used to fulfill requirement if survey of special education course was not completed for prior level certification. It may not be used to fulfill the requirement if a survey of special education course was completed for prior level certification.
²	Supporting courses must be applicable to the area of certification (e.g., research, assessment/evaluation, research, classroom management, pedagogy, human behavior/development, foundations, technology, teaching field).
	In addition to the Graduate School requirement of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on all AU courses carrying graduate credit, a minimum cumulative 3.25 GPA will be required on all courses used to meet program requirements.
	Coursework used to meet Class B certification requirements may not be used to meet requirements for Class A certification.
	All substitutions for required courses must be approved using the Course Substitution Form, including transfer work.

Code	Title	Hours
Library Media - EdS (Certification, Online Option Available)
Class AA Program Checklist for Library Media
Instructional Support Area: 21 hours
EDMD 7020	Principles of Graphic Design for Instruction	3
or EDMD 7230	Theory and Practice of Distance Education
EDMD 7300	Research in Instructional Technology	3
EDMD 7310	Evaluation of Media and Technology Programs	3
EDMD 7320	Advanced Information Sources and Services	3
EDMD 7900	Directed Studies	3
or EDMD 7970	Special Topics in Instructional Technology
EDMD 7980	Field Project	6
Survey of Special Education/Diversity Course: 3 hours	3
Select one of the following
RSED 6000	Advanced Survey of Exceptionality ¹
EDMD 7030	Diverse Children's and Young Adult Literature: Issues, Trends, & Controversies ⁴
FOUN 7020	Sociocultural and Sociopolitical Foundations of Education
FOUN 7000	Cultural Foundations of Education
CTES 7470	Issues in English for Speakers of Other Languages Education (ESOL)
RSED 7400	Curriculum and Teaching in Specialization
RSED 7460	Positive Behavior Supports
Additional Courses: 6 hours	6
Select two of the following for 6 credit hours:
EDLD 7330	Introduction to Curriculum and Instructional Leadership
ERMA 7100	Advanced Study of Educational Measurement and Evaluation
ERMA 7200	Basic Methods in Education Research ²
FOUN 7010	History of American Education
FOUN 7040	Philosophy and Educational Research
Other advisor-approved supporting courses 6000 level or above ³
Total Hours	30

¹	RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality MUST be used to fulfill requirement if survey of special education course was not completed for prior level certification. It may NOT be used to fulfill the requirement if a survey of special education course was completed for prior level certification.
²	Required if not previously completed.
³	Supporting courses must be applicable to the area of certification (e.g., research, assessment/evaluation, classroom management, pedagogy, human behavior/development, foundations, technology, teaching field).
	In addition to the Graduate School requirement of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on all AU courses carrying graduate credit, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 is required on all courses used to meet program requirements.
	Coursework used to meet Class A certification requirements may not be used to meet requirements for Class AA certification.
	All substitutions for required courses must be approved using the Course Substitution Form, including transfer work.
⁴	This course may not be taken if previously completed.

Disciplines

Graduate School

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Library Media at Auburn University

Entry Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General Test if required by the department. Auburn University’s ETS institution code is 1005.
Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) for Management, Finance, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Accountancy programs. Auburn’s GMAT institution codes are:
Successful international applicants must score at least 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper version (pBT), 213 on the computer version (cBT), and 79 on the internet version (iBT). Additionally, successful applicants must score minimums of 16 on the listening, reading, speaking, and writing components of the iBT. Auburn University’s ETS institution code is 1005. Auburn will also accept a 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.

International applicants required to submit a language test score have several options of certifying their English proficiency.

The TOEFL or IELTS will be the only accepted language proficiency tests for admission to Auburn University Graduate School. We do not accept the Duolingo English Test.

ETS has also created the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition to meet the needs of students who are unable to take the test in a test center due to COVID-19. The test is taken on your own computer at home and is identical in content, format and on-screen experience to the TOEFL iBT test taken at a test center. Visit The TOEFL Tests (ets.org) for more information.
Up to three (3) letters of recommendation may be required by the department. Applicants should contact the department to find out, first, if letters are required. If so, how many? And how should these letters be submitted?
International applicants must demonstrate full financial sponsorship if accepted into a graduate program, proof of a comprehensive medical insurance plan and submit an Official Statement Of Finance for International Students Form for 2023-2024. For more information, review our International Instructions.
One official transcript of all undergraduate and any graduate credits from each school previously attended. If an Auburn University transcript, the Graduate School will acquire the transcript for you. Official electronic transcripts from domestic institutions may be sent to [email protected].
International applicants should provide an official original language transcript and final diploma/certificate(s) accompanied by a certified English translation of each document.
Application fee payment: $60 for domestic students; $70 for international students. The following applicants are eligible for a fee waiver:
- Current Auburn University graduate students enrolled in graduate courses
- Full-time Auburn University employees
- Alabama HBCU applicants from the following schools (first 300 received per year): Alabama A&M and Alabama State Universities, Concordia, Miles, Stillman and Talladega Colleges, Oakwood & Tuskegee Universities – submit copy of school ID
- Ronald McNair Scholars – must submit a memo from sponsoring institution
- Florida A&M Feeders Program – must submit a memo from Faculty sponsor
- GEM applicants – must submit a copy of their GEM application
- Active Duty Military – with a letter confirming duty
- Applying for an approved dual program – the second application fee is waived
To qualify for one of the application fee exemptions, you must submit the required documentation to the Graduate School.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Library Media at Auburn University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Master of Library Media at Auburn University

Auburn University is pleased to offer this Web-based application in order to make our application process as easy and convenient as possible.

This application is part of the ApplyYourself Application Network. You will receive a PIN and Password so that you can return to work on your application over several sessions. Your information is transmitted through a secured server and is kept confidential until you submit your application. Only after you submit your application will it be available for review by the Graduate School Admissions Office.

When you have completed your application and are ready to submit it, you can pay your application fee online via credit card. No application will be processed until the application fee is paid. However, Auburn University employees and current graduate students are exempted from the application fee requirement. A complete list of eligible application fee exemptions may be found in the Application Instructions section of the application.

Please carefully read the instructions that appear throughout the application pages. You can submit your application once. If you have to update any information you have submitted, please notify the Graduate School Admissions Office at once.

To get started on your application, click “create account” to the right to establish your pin and password. To submit multiple applications, you must create an account for each application. If you are trying to access an existing account and have forgotten your PIN or password, click “Forgot your PIN or Password?”. You will be emailed the login information and will be able to reset the password.

Best of luck. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Master of Library Media at Auburn University

Auburn University

United States of America, Auburn