Library & Information Science at St Catherine University
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St Catherine University is located in Saint Paul, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 29 library & information science graduations were recorded at St Catherine University.
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Online & Distance Learning at St Catherine University
Distance learning is available at St Catherine University. Of 3,651 students, 1,130 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,312 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at St Catherine University
Use these rankings to compare St Catherine University’s Library & Information Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #51 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #54 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from St Catherine University
Graduates of St Catherine 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 | $41,670 |
| 2 years | $43,087 |
| 3 years | $48,757 |
| 4 years | $51,200 |
| 5 years | $57,731 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from St Catherine University take home a median $51,200, compared with $64,742 for all St Catherine University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at St Catherine University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at St Catherine University are 83% women (24) and 17% men (5).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at St Catherine University
Among the 29 master’s library & information science graduates at St Catherine University, 83% were women (24) and 17% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at St Catherine University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 21% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at St Catherine University, lower than 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 St Catherine University
This Library & Information Science program at St Catherine University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 29 |
Best-Paid Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at St Catherine University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Library & Information 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.