Library & Information Science Master’s Degrees
There are 73 colleges and universities across the nation that offer amaster’s degree in Library & Information Science.
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Education Levels of Library & Information Science Majors
During the most recent year for which data is available, 6,432 people earned theirLibrary & 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 (this page) | 6,291 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 9 |
Earnings of Library & Information Science Majors With Master’s Degrees (All Award Levels)
The U.S. Department of Education reports a median salary for graduates with amaster’s degree in Library & Information Science of $51,908 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| 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 master’s degree is not currently available.
Most Popular Library & Information Science Programs for Master’s Degrees
There are 86 colleges that offer a master’s degree 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 master's degree is San Jose State University. During the most recent year for which we have data, 778 people received their master's degree 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.
Texas Woman's University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 312 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree 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 master's degree. This school awarded 277 master's degrees 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.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College comes in at #4 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Library & Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 268 people received their master's degree 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 Texas is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 267 master's degrees 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 master's degree. This school awarded 205 master's degrees 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 master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 174 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Emporia State University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 162 people received their master's degree 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.
Pennsylvania Western University comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Library & Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 161 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 158 master's degrees in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Wayne State University is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 150 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Kent State University at Kent is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 147 people received their master's degree 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 master's degree. This school awarded 145 master's degrees 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.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 144 master's degrees in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to 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 master's degrees in Library & Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 138 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University at Buffalo is a popular choice for Library & Information Science majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 135 master's degrees 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 Washington-Seattle Campus comes in at #17 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Library & Information Science. This school awarded 126 master's degrees in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Library & Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Alabama comes in at #18 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Library & Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 123 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree 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 master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 116 people received their master's degree in Library & Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree 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 master's degree. This school awarded 115 master's degrees in Library & Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree 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 master’s degrees.
| 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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