Library Science at University at Buffalo
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, take a look at what University at Buffalo. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University at Buffalo is in Buffalo, NY.
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Studying Online at University at Buffalo
Many students take online classes at University at Buffalo. Among 31,903 students, 2,663 (8%) studied exclusively online and 13,527 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at University at Buffalo
Use these rankings to compare University at Buffalo’s Library Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #16 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University at Buffalo
Those who finish University at Buffalo’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 | $41,584 |
| 2 years | $40,318 |
| 3 years | $46,654 |
| 4 years | $47,752 |
| 5 years | $54,171 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Library Science graduates from University at Buffalo earn a median of $47,752, compared with $66,344 for all University at Buffalo graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Those who complete Library Science program at University at Buffalo go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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