Library & Information Science at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Kentucky. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Kentucky sits in Lexington, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 98 library & information science degrees were granted at University of Kentucky.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kentucky
Distance learning is available at University of Kentucky. Among 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Library & Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
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 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #37 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University of Kentucky
Those who finish University of Kentucky’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 | $38,660 |
| 2 years | $36,560 |
| 3 years | $39,606 |
| 4 years | $44,441 |
| 5 years | $50,187 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Library & Information Science graduates from University of Kentucky report median earnings of $44,441, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Library & Information Science graduates at University of Kentucky, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Library & Information Science graduates at University of Kentucky are 88% women (86) and 12% men (12).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University of Kentucky
Of the 98 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 88% were women (86) and 12% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 84 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 12% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, lower 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 Kentucky
This Library & Information Science program at University of Kentucky breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 98 |
Best-Paid Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library & Information Science program at University of Kentucky go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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.