Library Science at Long Island University
If you plan to study Library Science, consider the program at Long Island University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Long Island University sits in Brookville, NY.
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Online Class Availability at Long Island University
Many students take online classes at Long Island University. Among 16,689 students, 327 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 114 (1%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Long Island University
Use these rankings to compare Long Island University’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #6 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #66 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Long Island University
Graduates of Long Island 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 | $63,398 |
| 2 years | $59,884 |
| 3 years | $59,292 |
| 4 years | $59,290 |
| 5 years | $73,935 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Library Science graduates from Long Island University earn a median of $59,290, compared with $88,659 for all Long Island University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Highest-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Those who complete Library Science program at Long Island University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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