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Library Science in Illinois

Library Science Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Library Science Grads in Illinois

There are 7,840 people in the state and 847,730 people in the nation working in Library Science jobs.

Library Science Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Library Science Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Library Science grads earn an average of $60,966. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,040.

Library Science Wages Nationwide vs. IL

Our data covers 6 colleges in Illinois offering Library Science degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

#1

Dominican University

River Forest

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,807 a year. About 80% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 79%.

#2

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $39,600 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $4,320 a year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,592 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 41%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 47%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,005 a year. Undergrads from Illinois pay around $4,650 a year in tuition.

Graduates earn a median salary of $46,159 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 89%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 81%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $38,826 in their first year after graduation. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $4,530 a year.

Library Science Careers in IL

Some of the careers Library Science majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary $80,332
Archivists $53,759
Managers, All Other $95,684
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists $67,096
Library Technicians $37,590
Compliance Managers $117,178
Loss Prevention Managers $165,723
Regulatory Affairs Managers $77,828
Wind Energy Operations Managers $122,567
Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers $99,321
Wind Energy Development Managers $169,952

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