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Library Science at University of Denver

Library Science at University of Denver

If you plan to study Library Science, take a look at what University of Denver. Get started with the following essential facts.

University of Denver is located in Denver, CO.

Online & Distance Learning at University of Denver

Distance learning is available at University of Denver. Of 12,813 students, 2,787 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,447 (11%) took at least some classes online.

Library Science Rankings at University of Denver

These rankings give you a sense of how University of Denver’s Library Science program against peer institutions.

Master’s-Level Rankings

Ranking Scope Rank
Best Schools (Quality) Colorado #1 of 2
Best Schools (Quality) Rocky Mountains (Region) #1 of 2
Best Value Colorado #2 of 2
Best Value Rocky Mountains (Region) #2 of 2
Best Schools (Quality) Nationwide #15 of 76
Best Value Nationwide #74 of 76

Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of Denver

Students who complete University of Denver’s Library Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):

Median earnings by years after graduation for Library Science at University of Denver
Years After Graduation Median Earnings
1 year $42,492
2 years $43,426
3 years $44,456
4 years $50,919
5 years $57,106

How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Library Science graduates from University of Denver take home a median $50,919, compared with $66,465 for all University of Denver graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.

Library Science earnings compared with all majors at University of Denver

Highest-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates

Graduates of the Library Science program at University of Denver pursue many career paths. 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

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