The Masters in Library and Information Studies with a Concentration in School Librarianship is for licensed teachers seeking to add a school library endorsement to a teaching license. Students will be advised into a 30-credit-hour plan of study leading to an endorsement in library media K-12. Students interested in school librarianship who do not have a teaching license should apply for the Master of Library and Information Studies degree and may have additional coursework and requirements.
Master of School Librarianship at Old Dominion University
Master of School Librarianship at Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University offers the Master of School Librarianship as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for school librarianship and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 28, 2027.
About Master of School Librarianship
- Equip students with the knowledge, skills and dispositions they will need for careers in a complex information and technology-based society.
- Engage students with their communities by providing project-based learning and internships in real-world settings.
- Focus on the preparation of culturally responsive librarians who can provide resources and services for increasingly diverse communities for the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world.
- Connect students to library and information professions.
- The Master of Library and Information Studies Program at Old Dominion University is accredited by the American Library Association Committee on Accreditation, with the status of Initial accreditation. The next comprehensive review visit is scheduled for Fall 2028.
- Nationally recognized by the American Association of School Librarians and CAEP and by the Virginia Department of Education for the preparation of school librarians.
- Learn more about the Master of Library and Information Studies program by visiting: Library & Information Studies at ODU
Disciplines
Darden College of Education & Professional Studies
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of School Librarianship at Old Dominion University
Entry Requirements
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Application and $50 fee
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Equivalent U.S. Bachelor's Degree
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All prior Secondary/High School or College/University transcripts along with Diploma or Leaving Certificate.
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Demonstrated English Language Proficiency
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Financial Documentation (seeking F/J visas only)
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Passport identification
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Requirements & deadlines vary by program
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Standardized Test Results (GRE, GMAT, MAT, MCAT, PRAXIS)
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Essay/Personal Statement/Resume
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Letters of Recommendation
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Send all materials & correspondence to
International Admissions
Old Dominion University
2101 Dragas Hall
Norfolk, VA 23529 USA
Required Credentials
As a service to applicants, the Office of International Admissions evaluates all foreign academic credentials. All documents submitted during the application process become the property of Old Dominion University and cannot be returned.
- Transcripts, translations and standardized tests must be official, sealed, stamped by the institution or testing agency and sent directly to the Office of International Admissions at Old Dominion University.
- Testing authorities may include the Registrar or the Principal/Controller of Examinations.
- When English is not the language of instruction, academic transcripts are required in both English and one's native language. Certified official translations by a licensed or professional translator must accompany academic documents not written in English. Translations of official documents completed by the student will not be accepted.
- Once submitted, no additional documents can be uploaded through the online application. If you wish to include additional credentials, attach and send them directly to [email protected]. Please be sure your name and date of birth are clearly indicated in the email subject line.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Career Opportunities after Completing Master of School Librarianship
Careers
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn–half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
$73,680
Median Salary
Teach courses in library science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Librarians
$60,760
Median Salary
Administer libraries and perform related library services. Work in a variety of settings, including public libraries, educational institutions, museums, corporations, government agencies, law firms, non-profit organizations, and healthcare providers. Tasks may include selecting, acquiring, cataloguing, classifying, circulating, and maintaining library materials; and furnishing reference, bibliographical, and readers
Tuition and Fee Information for Master of School Librarianship at Old Dominion University
Application Fee 50
How to Apply for Master of School Librarianship at Old Dominion University
Your Choice
The Common Application, which allows you to complete one application and designate it to be used for multiple institutions, OR the new Old Dominion University Application. The choice is yours.
Our Commitment
Whichever method you choose, the admissions staff at Old Dominion University is committed to processing your application in a timely manner. Questions concerning the admissions process may be directed to [email protected], 757-683-3685. Questions relative to The Common Application need to be directed to the Help Center found at commonapp.org
Old Dominion University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Visit https://www.odu.edu/equity for more information.
Master of School Librarianship at Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University
United States of America, Aberdeen