Library Science at University of Rhode Island
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island is in Kingston, RI.
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Studying Online at University of Rhode Island
Many students take online classes at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s Library Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #7 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #56 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Students who complete University of Rhode Island’s Library Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,571 |
| 2 years | $44,021 |
| 3 years | $48,549 |
| 4 years | $53,882 |
| 5 years | $63,530 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from University of Rhode Island earn a median of $53,882, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library Science program at University of Rhode Island go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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 |
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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