Library Science at University of South Florida
If you plan to study Library Science, take a look at what University of South Florida. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of South Florida is in Tampa, FL.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Florida
Distance learning is available at University of South Florida. Among 49,622 students, 7,519 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 25,913 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at University of South Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Florida’s Library Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #12 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #54 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of South Florida
Students who complete University of South Florida’s Library Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,997 |
| 2 years | $40,089 |
| 3 years | $44,063 |
| 4 years | $48,023 |
| 5 years | $52,729 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from University of South Florida report median earnings of $48,023, compared with $58,776 for all University of South Florida graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at University of South Florida pursue many career paths. 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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