Library Science at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you are interested in studying Library Science, take a look at what University of South Carolina-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is in Columbia, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Online coursework is an option at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Among 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Library Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #18 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #21 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Students who complete University of South Carolina-Columbia’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 | $41,474 |
| 2 years | $37,748 |
| 3 years | $42,274 |
| 4 years | $45,826 |
| 5 years | $51,188 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia earn a median of $45,826, compared with $66,578 for all University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at University of South Carolina-Columbia go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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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