Indianapolis,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Library and Information Science / MA in Philanthropic Studies in Indianapolis United States | Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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Indianapolis United States
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Qualification
Double Major Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,404
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Tailored for students pursuing leadership roles in library and nonprofit management. The curriculum focuses on developing specialized skills in administering special library initiatives, fundraising and endowment oversight, capital project coordination, and executive leadership within academic, corporate, or major public library settings.
The combined MLIS/M.A. in Philanthropic Studies program mandates at least 51 graduate-level credit hours. Candidates must apply to both the Library and Information Science Department and the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy's master's programs during their first year, satisfying each program's distinct admission requirements. Both degrees are conferred concurrently upon completion.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
All programs require a bachelor's degree and a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is optional for master's applicants.
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 3.2 in the latest graduate degree or representative graduate hours.
GRE scores are required for applicants not meeting minimum GPA requirements.
TOEFL iBT of 79-99 or IELTS of 6.5-7.0 will take the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) placement test. Admitted students with Duolingo scores (min. accepted score - 110) will also be required to take the EAP placement test.
IELTS - 7.5
TOEFL iBT - 100
Tuition
USD
19,404