Library Science at Simmons University
If you are interested in studying Library Science, you may want to check out the program at Simmons University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Simmons University sits in Boston, MA.
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Studying Online at Simmons University
Many students take online classes at Simmons University. Of 4,666 students, 1,982 (42%) studied exclusively online and 1,001 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Simmons University
Rankings can help you compare Simmons University’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #31 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 76 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #31 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Simmons University
Students who complete Simmons University’s Library Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,784 |
| 2 years | $44,340 |
| 3 years | $48,599 |
| 4 years | $55,057 |
| 5 years | $59,738 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from Simmons University report median earnings of $55,057, compared with $69,590 for all Simmons University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Highest-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Those who complete Library Science program at Simmons University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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