Library Science at University of Northern Iowa
If you plan to study Library Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Northern Iowa. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Northern Iowa is located in Cedar Falls, IA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Northern Iowa
Many students take online classes at University of Northern Iowa. Of 9,278 students, 1,482 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,792 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of Northern Iowa
Graduates of University of Northern Iowa’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 |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $52,107 |
| 3 years | $50,491 |
| 4 years | $55,386 |
| 5 years | $64,311 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Library Science graduates from University of Northern Iowa earn a median of $55,386, compared with $50,993 for all University of Northern Iowa graduates — about 9% higher than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at University of Northern Iowa go on to a range of careers. Here 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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