One of only a few such programs in the United States, the joint master's program in public history and library and information science has been designed to prepare students for careers in historic agency administration, archives, records management, and library administration in such areas as manuscripts, rare books, government information, and reference.

International students can study the Public History / Library and Information Science, M.A. / M.L.I.S. at University of South Carolina at its main campus in Columbia , 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 18, 2026.
About Public History / Library and Information Science, M.A. / M.L.I.S.
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Public History / Library and Information Science, M.A. / M.L.I.S. at University of South Carolina
Entry Requirements
Admissions
Persons applying to the joint master's program in public history and library and information science must meet the entrance requirements of both the Department of History and the School of Library and Information Studies. Note: The Department of History admits students only once a year, for the spring semester; contact the Department of History for details.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 74
English Program Requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English must:
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Submit a satisfactory score on an English proficiency test.
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Take a diagnostic test in English when they arrive at the university.
Tuition and Fee Information for Public History / Library and Information Science, M.A. / M.L.I.S. at University of South Carolina

United States of America, Columbia