Library & Information Science at Indiana University-Bloomington
If you plan to study Library & Information Science, take a look at what Indiana University-Bloomington. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Indiana University-Bloomington is in Bloomington, IN.
During the most recent reporting year, 56 library & information science degrees were granted at Indiana University-Bloomington.
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Studying Online at Indiana University-Bloomington
Distance learning is available at Indiana University-Bloomington. Among 48,424 students, 3,249 (7%) studied exclusively online and 17,945 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at Indiana University-Bloomington
Rankings can help you compare Indiana University-Bloomington’s Library & Information Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #27 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 62 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #27 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington
Those who finish Indiana University-Bloomington’s Library & Information Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,574 |
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $51,024 |
| 4 years | $51,582 |
| 5 years | $53,749 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington report median earnings of $51,582, compared with $74,553 for all Indiana University-Bloomington graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Library & Information Science graduates at Indiana University-Bloomington, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Library & Information Science graduates at Indiana University-Bloomington are 71% women (40) and 29% men (16).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at Indiana University-Bloomington
Of the 53 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at Indiana University-Bloomington, 72% were women (38) and 28% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington, below the national average of 24%.*
Library & Information Science Doctoral Program at Indiana University-Bloomington
Of the 3 doctoral library & information science degrees awarded at Indiana University-Bloomington, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science doctoral degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Library & Information Science doctoral degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington, above the national average of 22%.*
*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 Indiana University-Bloomington
The Library & Information Science program at Indiana University-Bloomington breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 56 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Those who complete Library & Information Science program at Indiana University-Bloomington pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Library & Information 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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