Library Science at University of Kentucky
If you are interested in studying Library Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, KY.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Among 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at University of Kentucky
Rankings can help you compare University of Kentucky’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #50 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of Kentucky
Graduates of University of Kentucky’s Library Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,660 |
| 2 years | $36,560 |
| 3 years | $39,606 |
| 4 years | $44,441 |
| 5 years | $50,187 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Library Science graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $44,441, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Highest-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at University of Kentucky work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Library 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
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