Library & Information Science at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
If you plan to study Library & Information Science, take a look at what The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is in Knoxville, TN.
During the most recent reporting year, 115 library & information science degrees were granted at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
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Studying Online at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Distance learning is available at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Among 38,728 students, 3,176 (8%) studied exclusively online and 12,105 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Use these rankings to compare The University of Tennessee-Knoxville’s Library & Information Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #28 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #38 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Students who complete The University of Tennessee-Knoxville’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 | $40,130 |
| 2 years | $42,123 |
| 3 years | $45,858 |
| 4 years | $53,170 |
| 5 years | $57,638 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Library & Information Science graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville report median earnings of $53,170, compared with $64,105 for all The University of Tennessee-Knoxville graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Library & Information Science graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, by degree type.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville are 80% women (92) and 20% men (23).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Among the 115 master’s library & information science graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 80% were women (92) and 20% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 98 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 15% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 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 The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
The Library & Information Science program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 115 |
Top-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library & Information Science program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville pursue many career paths. Here are 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.