American Library Association
ALA Scholarships. The American Library Association and its units provide more than $300,000 annually for study in a master's degree in library and information studies from an ALA-accredited program, or for a master's degree with a specialty in school librarianship that meets the ALA curriculum guidelines for a CAEP-accredited unit.
Membership - ALA
ALA is the largest and most respected membership association in the world for the library industry. It is a community of people working together to ensure that libraries remain vital centers of literacy, access, and opportunity.
ALA-Accredited Programs | ALA - American Library Association
ALA-accredited master's programs can be found at colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. These programs offer degrees with names such as Master of Library Science (MLS), Master of Arts, Master of Librarianship, Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS), and Master of Science.
Conferences & Events | ALA
ALA, its Divisions, Round Tables and Affiliates host many conferences, and in-person and online events to showcase cutting-edge developments in library advocacy, information literacy, and many other areas of interest.
Searchable Database of ALA-Accredited Programs
Each entry includes contact information, program name, date through which it is accredited, and distance education opportunities. You can search by state/province, distance education options, degree type, and specific institution. Some entries may have a …
PLA Homepage | Public Library Association
Learn to create engaging spaces for library patrons of all ages from real-life examples and outcomes. How you can incorporate manipulatives, interactives, sensory elements, and engaging activities in library spaces with minimal staff moderation needed.
Upcoming ALA Annual & LibLearnX Conferences
Annual Conference & Exhibition, Chicago, IL, June 25-30, 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, New Orleans, LA, June 24-29, 2027 Annual Conference & Exhibition, Denver ...
ALA Scholarship Program | ALA - American Library Association
The American Library Association (ALA) is committed to promoting and advancing the librarian profession. To demonstrate this commitment, the ALA and its units provide more than $300,000 annually for study in a master's degree in library and information studies from an ALA accredited program, or for a master's degree with a specialty in school librarianship that …
About ALA & Our Mission | ALA - American Library Association
The ALA Mission: To provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning and to ensure access to information for all.
Accredited Programs | ALA - American Library Association
The American Library Association (ALA) accredits master's programs in library and information studies across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.