Library & Information Science at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you are interested in studying Library & Information Science, take a look at what Rutgers University-New Brunswick. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is in New Brunswick, NJ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 144 library & information science degrees were awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
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Studying Online at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Online coursework is an option at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Among 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
These rankings give you a sense of how Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Library & Information Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 62 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #49 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Graduates of Rutgers University-New Brunswick’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 | $50,890 |
| 2 years | $47,650 |
| 3 years | $49,529 |
| 4 years | $53,524 |
| 5 years | $60,930 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick report median earnings of $53,524, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Library & Information Science graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Library & Information Science graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick are 73% women (105) and 27% men (39).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 144 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 73% were women (105) and 27% were men (39).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 91 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 18 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 34% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 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 Rutgers University-New Brunswick
This Library & Information Science program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 144 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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.