Library Science at San Jose State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, take a look at what San Jose State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
San Jose State University sits in San Jose, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at San Jose State University
Many students take online classes at San Jose State University. Among 37,661 students, 6,027 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,894 (48%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at San Jose State University
Use these rankings to compare San Jose State University’s Library Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 76 |
| Best Value | California | #10 of 13 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #23 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from San Jose State University
Students who complete San Jose State 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 | $48,739 |
| 2 years | $46,013 |
| 3 years | $53,184 |
| 4 years | $61,222 |
| 5 years | $65,724 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from San Jose State University earn a median of $61,222, compared with $83,861 for all San Jose State University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at San Jose State University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying 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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