Library Science at Appalachian State University
If you are interested in studying Library Science, you may want to check out the program at Appalachian State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Appalachian State University is located in Boone, NC.
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Studying Online at Appalachian State University
Many students take online classes at Appalachian State University. Among 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Appalachian State University
Rankings can help you compare Appalachian State University’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #45 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Appalachian State University
Graduates of Appalachian State University’s Library Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,613 |
| 2 years | $42,961 |
| 3 years | $46,805 |
| 4 years | $48,993 |
| 5 years | $55,575 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Library Science graduates from Appalachian State University earn a median of $48,993, compared with $50,311 for all Appalachian State University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at Appalachian State University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Library Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,332 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | $67,096 |
| Archivists | $53,759 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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