Library Science at East Carolina University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, consider the program at East Carolina University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
East Carolina University is in Greenville, NC.
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Online & Distance Learning at East Carolina University
Many students take online classes at East Carolina University. Of 26,940 students, 8,356 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,786 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at East Carolina University
These rankings give you a sense of how East Carolina University’s Library Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #49 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #53 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from East Carolina University
Students who complete East Carolina University’s Library Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,967 |
| 2 years | $45,696 |
| 3 years | $46,767 |
| 4 years | $52,660 |
| 5 years | $61,566 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Library Science graduates from East Carolina University report median earnings of $52,660, compared with $61,153 for all East Carolina University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library Science program at East Carolina University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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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