Library & Information Science Graduate Certificates
There are 73 schools in the United States where you can earn agraduate certificate in Library & Information Science.
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Education Levels of Library & Information Science Majors
In the most recent year for which data is available, 6,432 degrees were awarded toLibrary & Information Science majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Library & Information Science at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 9 |
| Associate’s Degree | 13 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 110 |
| Master’s Degree | 6,291 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 9 |
Earnings of Library & Information Science Majors With Graduate Certificates (All Award Levels)
The median salary for graduates holding agraduate certificate in Library & Information Science of $51,908 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
This number may vary for many reasons. For instance, you may move to a location where people with your degree are rare and make more money.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,588 |
| 4 years | $51,908 |
| 5 years | $57,391 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for Library & Information Science majors who have their graduate certificate is not currently available.
Most Popular Library & Information Science Programs for Graduate Certificates
There are 86 colleges that offer a graduate certificate in Library & Information Science. Learn more about the most popular below:
The most popular school in the United States for Library & Information Science students seeking a graduate certificate is San Jose State University. During the most recent year for which we have data, 778 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Texas Woman's University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. This school awarded 312 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Simmons University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 277 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College comes in at #4 on our list of the most popular colleges offering graduate certificates in Library & Information Science. This school awarded 268 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of North Texas comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering graduate certificates in Library & Information Science. This school awarded 267 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Southern Mississippi is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. This school awarded 205 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. This school awarded 174 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Emporia State University comes in at #8 on our list of the most popular colleges offering graduate certificates in Library & Information Science. This school awarded 162 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Pennsylvania Western University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 161 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 158 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Wayne State University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. This school awarded 150 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Kent State University at Kent comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering graduate certificates in Library & Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 147 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Indiana University-Indianapolis is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 145 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick comes in at #14 on our list of the most popular colleges offering graduate certificates in Library & Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 144 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro comes in at #15 on our list of the most popular colleges offering graduate certificates in Library & Information Science. This school awarded 138 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University at Buffalo is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 135 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 126 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Alabama is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. This school awarded 123 graduate certificates in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Dominican University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 116 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their graduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 115 people received their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their graduate certificate in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Library & Information Science Majors to Study
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Library and Information Science | 6,141 |
| Archives/Archival Administration | 256 |
| Children and Youth Library Services | 34 |
| Library Science and Administration, Other | 1 |
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Library & Information Science that also offer graduate certificates.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Library and Archives Assisting | 465 |
| Library Science, Other | 145 |
| LIBRARY SCIENCE | — |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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