Library & Information Science at North Carolina Central University
If you are interested in studying Library & Information Science, take a look at what North Carolina Central University. Get started with the following essential facts.
North Carolina Central University sits in Durham, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 69 library & information science degrees were awarded at North Carolina Central University.
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Online & Distance Learning at North Carolina Central University
Online coursework is an option at North Carolina Central University. Among 8,579 students, 2,041 (24%) studied exclusively online and 4,382 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at North Carolina Central University
Rankings can help you compare North Carolina Central University’s Library & Information Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #33 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from North Carolina Central University
Students who complete North Carolina Central University’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 | $39,369 |
| 3 years | $40,785 |
| 4 years | $45,662 |
| 5 years | $52,313 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Library & Information Science graduates from North Carolina Central University take home a median $45,662, compared with $48,705 for all North Carolina Central University graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at North Carolina Central University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Library & Information Science graduates at North Carolina Central University are 86% women (59) and 14% men (10).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at North Carolina Central University
Of the 69 master’s library & information science graduates at North Carolina Central University, 86% were women (59) and 14% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at North Carolina Central University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 22 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at North Carolina Central University, above 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 North Carolina Central University
The Library & Information Science program at North Carolina Central University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 69 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library & Information Science program at North Carolina Central University go on to a range of careers. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.