Library & Information Science at University of North Texas
If you plan to study Library & Information Science, take a look at what University of North Texas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Texas is located in Denton, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 267 library & information science graduations were recorded at University of North Texas.
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Online Class Availability at University of North Texas
Online coursework is an option at University of North Texas. Among 46,864 students, 6,208 (13%) studied exclusively online and 25,860 (55%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at University of North Texas
Use these rankings to compare University of North Texas’s Library & Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Texas | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #19 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #21 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University of North Texas
Those who finish University of North Texas’s Library & Information 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 | $43,474 |
| 2 years | $44,495 |
| 3 years | $43,278 |
| 4 years | $49,578 |
| 5 years | $54,392 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Library & Information Science graduates from University of North Texas earn a median of $49,578, compared with $58,467 for all University of North Texas graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Library & Information Science graduates at University of North Texas, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Library & Information Science graduates at University of North Texas are 85% women (226) and 15% men (41).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University of North Texas
Among the 238 master’s library & information science graduates at University of North Texas, 85% were women (202) and 15% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of North Texas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 151 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 49 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 35% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of North Texas, above 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 North Texas
This Library & Information Science program at University of North Texas breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 267 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at University of North Texas pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
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