Key Information
- Duration: Full-time, 48 months
- Start date: September 2026
- Application deadline: Not specified. For priority admission, apply by March 1 for the following Fall term.
Overview
The Information Studies PhD programme from Long Island University (LIU) graduates contribute to theoretical and operational research in existing and new fields, and are equipped to fill the expanding need for information managers, researchers and faculty members in the broad, interdisciplinary field of information studies.
Visit the programme website for more information.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be prepared to pursue positions in a number of areas or to apply their enhanced knowledge to their current positions. Our alumni hold positions as:
- Academic Librarian
- Archivist
- Children’s Librarian
- Chief Information Officer
- Corporate Information Manager
- Database Manager
- Digital Collections Manager
- Knowledge Organization Director
Accreditation
All undergraduate and graduate programs at LIU Post are registered with the New York State Education Department and accredited by the Commission of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. In addition to the entire University, various other academic programs in the College of Education, Information and Technology are specially accredited by professional organizations, signifying they meet the highest standards of educational quality as determined by leaders in the field.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Knowledge Organization and Access
- Information Studies and Services
- Information Retrieval
- Information Policy and Services
- Organization Information Management
Check out the full curriculum on the programme website.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
TOEFL iBT score of 100 or above is required. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
Other Requirements
- Complete the Long Island University Online Application for Admission
- Application fee: $50 (non-refundable)
- Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate course work
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal Statement that addresses the reason you are interested in pursuing graduate work in this area of study.
- A statement of research/inquiry outlining the reasons for pursuing a doctoral degree, and a description of the proposed area of study and research
- A writing sample of a published work or other scholarly writing
- A full curriculum vitae/resume
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International / Out-of-State: 33,323 AUD / year (≈ 23,855 USD / year)
- In-State: 33,323 AUD / year (≈ 23,855 USD / year)
Living Costs
New York City, United States: 2,541-5,543 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available. For more information, visit the programme website.