School of Information Studies
University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
Certificate of Advanced Studies – Digital Library Scholarship
Award Amount: $5,000 (distributed between two semesters toward tuition )
Description: This scholarship is awarded to individuals with a Master of Library and Information Science degree (MLIS) or a Master's degree in a closely related field such as history, educational technology or computer science , who want to update their knowledge and develop a specialty relating to the acquisition, organization, storing and dissemination and maintenance of digital collections and services.
Number of Awards: Five awarded annually. This award is subject to availability of funds.
Eligibility Criteria: Academic merit based on graduate performance. Incoming students only.
Application Procedure: All incoming students admitted to the CAS Digital Libraries are considered.
Application Deadline: None
Stipulations: Recipients must be enrolled for at least three (3) graduate credits per semester during the first academic year and finish the program within three years.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Certificate of Advanced Study – Digital Libraries
• Digital library program can be completed either online or onsite
• Courses emphasize state of the art theory, technology and practical knowledge and skills
• Opportunities to work with professionals in real settings
• Digital Libraries Scholarship program $5,000 available for eligible incoming students.
• Flexible admission deadlines and speedy application process
• Attentive support from faculty and staff
For more information, please check http://www4.uwm.edu/sois/programs/cas/dl/index.cfm
If you have any question, please contact the Director of the Program Dr. Iris Xie ( [log in to unmask] )
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Iris Xie, Ph.D.
Director of Ph.D. Program & Professor
School of Information Studies
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Phone:(414)229-6835 Fax:(414)229-6699
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