Library & Information Science at Dominican University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information Science, consider the program at Dominican University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Dominican University is located in River Forest, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 116 library & information science degrees were awarded at Dominican University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Dominican University
Many students take online classes at Dominican University. Of 3,803 students, 1,040 (27%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,106 (55%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at Dominican University
Use these rankings to compare Dominican University’s Library & Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #25 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #26 of 62 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #25 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #26 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from Dominican University
Those who finish Dominican University’s Library & Information Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,386 |
| 2 years | $42,458 |
| 3 years | $47,260 |
| 4 years | $52,223 |
| 5 years | $57,696 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from Dominican University earn a median of $52,223, compared with $55,434 for all Dominican University graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at Dominican University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at Dominican University are 77% women (89) and 23% men (27).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at Dominican University
Of the 114 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at Dominican University, 76% were women (87) and 24% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Dominican University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Dominican University, higher than the national average of 24%.*
Library & Information Science Doctoral Program at Dominican University
Among the 2 doctoral library & information science graduates at Dominican University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science doctoral degree recipients at Dominican University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Library & Information Science Concentrations at Dominican University
This Library & Information Science program at Dominican University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 116 |
Top-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at Dominican University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Library & Information Science graduates, 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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