Library Science at Emporia State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, you may want to check out the program at Emporia State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Emporia State University sits in Emporia, KS.
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Online Class Availability at Emporia State University
Many students take online classes at Emporia State University. Of 4,557 students, 2,347 (52%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,016 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Emporia State University
Rankings can help you compare Emporia State University’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #42 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 76 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #42 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Emporia State University
Graduates of Emporia State 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 | $40,103 |
| 2 years | $39,832 |
| 3 years | $42,582 |
| 4 years | $49,977 |
| 5 years | $53,566 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Library Science graduates from Emporia State University report median earnings of $49,977, compared with $51,433 for all Emporia State University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at Emporia State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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