[Applications for Fall 2017]

I've submitted my applications for Spring.  Wishing everyone the best of luck.

[Library Science 2016]

Its really motivating to read about everyones admission. Congrats everyone!!!

[Library Science 2016]

7 hours ago, RoseRed said:

Just heard back positively from Simmons this morning via snail mail. Now I'm really conflicted between Pratt and Simmons. Simmons is probably better suited for my needs/interests, but there is so much tempting me towards Pratt. They both offered about the same financial aid, and the cost of both is basically equivalent. This is a really tough decision for me, so I'm visiting Boston after the weekend and then swinging down to NYC. I just want peace of mind. I can't wait for this decision making process to be over and done with so I can move forward!!

Q: Does anyone know about Pratt's conditional ALA accreditation? Should that be effecting my decision?

When I visited back in February, the dean told us they were ALA accredited.  I know it says they are conditionally accredited on the ALA website.  You can contact admissions if you have real questions about it.

[Library Science 2016]

On 3/28/2016 at 4:29 AM, RoseRed said:

Last week I heard back from NYU's Archives & Public History department: I got in! And what's incredible: they offered me a full scholarship! I literally could not believe my eyes. I'm still thinking maybe it was a glitch of some kind and I'm going to have the rug pulled out from under me, because it's just too amazing. I was planning on doing the dual NYU (MA)/LIU (MLS) program though, so I would still have to consider the LIU tuition, which is pretty steep without funding from them. If I were to just go to NYU, my concern is employability without an MLS being a challenge (which I've read happens to people with Archives degrees, but no MLS).

It looks like I will go to either NYU/LIU, Pratt, or Simmons. We'll see!

That is amazing.  Congratulations!!!!  Looks you have quite a lot to choose from.  A good dilemma to have.

[Library Science 2016]

On 3/10/2016 at 3:02 AM, RoseRed said:

I know what you mean about the commute... It's unpleasant to say the least--at least for Queens, which I visited last month. I think it would only really work if I were to live in Flushing somewhere. But then going to work/intern in the city would be a pain... but at least I could take the 7 express without having to transfer until I get into Manhattan.

Good news: I got accepted into Pratt!

Congratulations on getting into Pratt.....and your other schools.

I'm going to apply to all my schools for Spring.  It is just wiser right now instead of rushing to get recommendations, and what not.  Plus it gives me opportunity to research and visit programs outside NYC.  And maybe I'll get a job at a academic library in the mean time, which is something I've coveted for a long time now.

And LIRR is close to where I work, so I would take it to Jamaica to get to either schools.  The cost of that alone, even with a full time job, taking 6 credits, seems really tasking.  I'm visiting St. Johns this week, so hopefully I'll get a better feel for the commute. 

But major congrats on Pratt, Is it your first choice?

[Library Science 2016]

On 2/24/2016 at 4:10 PM, RoseRed said:

I'm applying to the following:

• University of Washington *
  • Relatively cheap!
• UIUC
  • Ranked #1
  • In a corn field
• McGill
  • Cheap!
• Pratt (dual Art History MS/MLS) *
  • Amazing internship opportunities
• Simmons (dual History MA/MLS) *
  • Decent funding? I think I read someone on here say that.
  • 2 years for 2 degrees
• NYU (Public History & Archives MA in conjunction w/LIU's MLIS program) *
  • Expensive and totally unfunded history department!
  • How is LIU's MLS program? I've heard negative things about LIU (also it's expensive)
• Indiana University Bloomington
• CUNY Queens College (dual History MA/MLS)
  • Cheap!
  • 3 years for 2 degrees
  • In the middle of nowhere in Queens right next to an enormous brutalist-looking cemetery
• University of North Carolina Chapel Hill

*preferred

I have no idea what my expectations should be regarding acceptances, so I'm applying to probably way more schools that I need to. But it gives me peace of mind. And I probably won't regret it, since I like to have options. I have a very good GPA from a good undergrad program, but limited work experience. My essays were alright I think. GRE scores are good for qualitative and extremely weak for qualitative. Thankfully, most programs don't request scores.

We'll see! Good luck fellow applicants!

Your list is similar to mine.  I was at the Pratt open house a few weeks ago.  Its the first school I visited, but I was very intrigued by their internship opportunities and how hands on their courses are. I already have my eyes on two of their programs.

I'm also visiting St. Johns University in a few weeks, and Queens college when they get back to me on a date.  Honestly, just on the location alone, Pratt would be ideal, the opportunities that come with a school like Pratt are just cherry toppings.  The commute to St. Johns and Queens college is just unappealing.  Atleast most of St. Johns classes are online.  A few of the librarians attended these schools, so I get the opportunity to ask as much questions as I want, which is really helpful.

[Library Science 2016]

I am currently studying for e GRE because my GPA is literally a point below their requirement to waive it..  One school told me I should proceed with my application and after reviewing it they will let me know if I should take the GRE.   This wasn't a admission counselor though, and I'd like to hear that from one, plus I'd like to be prepared in case I do have to take it.  Other schools have said it isn't a requirement but it can help your application.

[Library Science 2016]

I wonder if the move from MLIS to MI is going to become a trend.  And if institutions who require  MLIS, will follow and require a MI?

Btw, are you in Rutger's online program?

[Library Science 2016]

When I first started working there, the Librarians worked in departments where they were specialized, The arts, music, history, religion, etc.  They've moved away from that in the last few years.  They want the Librarians to know everything (collection wise), and I'm sure that makes sense, but we're a rather large library.  I don't know how it is in other places.

I'm a pessimist, its my nature.  I'm hoping for the best, but expecting the worst.  I would be very disappointed to not get in one of the programs near me.  In the mean time, I'm still pursuing library opportunities, specifically in at academic setting, and I'd really like that experience.  Those positions seem very hard to get, because I've never gotten a interview in at a single university library, which amazes me.  I'm hoping that once the Spring semester starts here, I'll be able to get in touch with some admissions people, so I'm totally clear on whats required of me.

[Library Science 2016]

I've been working in one of our nyc's main public library for 10 years.  I had been thinking about a MLIS for awhile now, but my undergrad grades are less than impressive.  And I notice most programs require the GRE, which is a bigger mountain to climb for me, which is why I doubt I'll make it for Fall 2016.   I'd like to pursue public librarianship.  They have phased out specialties amongst the librarians where I currently work.  I don't know if that is something they are doing in other places.

Right now, considering Pratt, St. Johns U, Rutgers, Simmons, Queens College

[Library Science 2016]

Anyone applying for 2016? 

I am way behind, and it was only some encouragement from my coworkers (librarians) that I have seriously considered it.  I doubt that I will get in for Fall  2016, but I'm making the push, so I"m wondering anyone else here is applying for 2016?

[HESA Masters 2016]

I'm considering Higher education programs.  I'm in NYU, and will be attending a Information session/open house at NYU in a few weeks.  Its my reach school mainly because of the cost but I'm keep all my cards on the table at this point.

[Asking about LOR]

Thanks for responding. I was unsure how that would work.

[Asking about LOR]

I've lurked around this forum for some time now and now that I feel myself ready, I'm putting things in motion for grad school. I do have questions about LOR, because for me it might be the hardest part because I've been out of school a few years, and transferred as a undergrad, and believed a lot of m profs were adjuncts. So my question about LOR.....do you ask for more than one from the same person. Example, if I'm applying to 6 schools, would I need my recommender to write LOR for school? This would seem a lot to ask for wouldn't it? How would this work?