Library & Information Science at Emporia State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information 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 is located in Emporia, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 162 library & information science degrees were granted at Emporia State University.
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Studying Online at Emporia State University
Online coursework is an option at Emporia State University. Among 4,557 students, 2,347 (52%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,016 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at Emporia State University
Rankings can help you compare Emporia State University’s Library & Information 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 | #30 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #42 of 62 |
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 | #30 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #42 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from Emporia State University
Students who complete Emporia State 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 | $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? Four years out, Library & Information Science graduates from Emporia State University take home a median $49,977, compared with $51,433 for all Emporia State University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Library & Information Science graduates at Emporia State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at Emporia State University are 85% women (138) and 15% men (24).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at Emporia State University
Of the 162 master’s library & information science graduates at Emporia State University, 85% were women (138) and 15% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Emporia State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 138 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 13 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 7% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Emporia State University, lower than the national average of 24%.*
*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 Emporia State University
The Library & Information Science program at Emporia State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 162 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at Emporia State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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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