Library Science at The University of Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, consider the program at The University of Alabama. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Online Class Availability at The University of Alabama
Distance learning is available at The University of Alabama. Of 40,846 students, 6,289 (15%) studied exclusively online and 11,899 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at The University of Alabama
Rankings can help you compare The University of Alabama’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from The University of Alabama
Students who complete The University of Alabama’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 | $41,118 |
| 2 years | $41,136 |
| 3 years | $43,370 |
| 4 years | $48,114 |
| 5 years | $52,284 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from The University of Alabama earn a median of $48,114, compared with $64,459 for all The University of Alabama graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Those who complete Library Science program at The University of Alabama go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Library 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
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