Library & Information Science at University of Arizona
If you plan to study Library & Information Science, consider the program at University of Arizona. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Arizona is in Tucson, AZ.
During the most recent reporting year, 96 library & information science degrees were granted at University of Arizona.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arizona
Distance learning is available at University of Arizona. Among 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) studied exclusively online and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at University of Arizona
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Arizona’s Library & Information Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #31 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University of Arizona
Graduates of University of Arizona’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 | $39,115 |
| 2 years | $35,701 |
| 3 years | $43,519 |
| 4 years | $47,038 |
| 5 years | $49,999 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from University of Arizona earn a median of $47,038, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at University of Arizona are 78% women (75) and 22% men (21).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 72 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 79% were women (57) and 21% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 21 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 42% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, higher 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 University of Arizona
The Library & Information Science program at University of Arizona offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 96 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at University of Arizona go on to a range of careers. Below 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.