Library & Information Science at Sam Houston State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information Science, take a look at what Sam Houston State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Sam Houston State University is in Huntsville, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 45 library & information science graduations were recorded at Sam Houston State University.
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Studying Online at Sam Houston State University
Distance learning is available at Sam Houston State University. Among 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at Sam Houston State University
Use these rankings to compare Sam Houston State University’s Library & Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Texas | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #21 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #28 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Students who complete Sam Houston 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 | $51,622 |
| 2 years | $51,054 |
| 3 years | $53,618 |
| 4 years | $58,732 |
| 5 years | $62,589 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from Sam Houston State University take home a median $58,732, compared with $55,820 for all Sam Houston State University graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Library & Information Science graduates at Sam Houston State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Library & Information Science graduates at Sam Houston State University are 96% women (43) and 4% men (2).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Of the 45 master’s library & information science graduates at Sam Houston State University, 96% were women (43) and 4% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 22 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 53% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State 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 Sam Houston State University
This Library & Information Science program at Sam Houston State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 45 |
Top-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library & Information Science program at Sam Houston State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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.