Library & Information Science at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you plan to study Library & Information Science, consider the program at University of South Carolina-Columbia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is in Columbia, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 174 library & information science degrees were awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Online coursework is an option at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Of 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) studied exclusively online and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Library & Information Science program against peer institutions.
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 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #20 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #53 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Those who finish University of South Carolina-Columbia’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 | $41,474 |
| 2 years | $37,748 |
| 3 years | $42,274 |
| 4 years | $45,826 |
| 5 years | $51,188 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Library & Information Science graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia take home a median $45,826, compared with $66,578 for all University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Library & Information Science graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 89% women (154) and 11% men (20).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Of the 146 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 88% were women (129) and 12% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 119 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 18 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, below 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 South Carolina-Columbia
This Library & Information Science program at University of South Carolina-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 174 |
Best-Paid Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Those who complete Library & Information Science program at University of South Carolina-Columbia pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Library & Information 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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