Library & Information Science at University at Buffalo
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information Science, consider the program at 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.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 135 library & information science degrees were awarded at University at Buffalo.
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Online & Distance Learning 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 & Information Science Rankings at University at Buffalo
Use these rankings to compare University at Buffalo’s Library & Information 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 | #15 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #46 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University at Buffalo
Graduates of University at Buffalo’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 | $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 & Information Science graduates from University at Buffalo take home a median $47,752, compared with $66,344 for all University at Buffalo graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at University at Buffalo, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Library & Information Science graduates at University at Buffalo are 80% women (108) and 20% men (27).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University at Buffalo
Among the 130 master’s library & information science graduates at University at Buffalo, 79% were women (103) and 21% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 101 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo, below the national average of 24%.*
Library & Information Science Doctoral Program at University at Buffalo
Among the 2 doctoral library & information science degrees awarded at University at Buffalo, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science doctoral degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*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 University at Buffalo
The Library & Information Science program at University at Buffalo breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 135 |
Top-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library & Information Science program at University at Buffalo pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Library & Information 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.