Library Science at Drexel University
If you are interested in studying Library Science, take a look at what Drexel University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Drexel University is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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Online Class Availability at Drexel University
Online coursework is an option at Drexel University. Among 21,153 students, 3,757 (18%) studied exclusively online and 5,321 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Drexel University
Use these rankings to compare Drexel University’s Library Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #34 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #75 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Drexel University
Those who finish Drexel University’s Library Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,584 |
| 2 years | $41,087 |
| 3 years | $44,066 |
| 4 years | $50,487 |
| 5 years | $54,483 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Library Science graduates from Drexel University report median earnings of $50,487, compared with $83,624 for all Drexel University graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library Science program at Drexel University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Library 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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