Library & Information Science at University of South Florida
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information Science, you may want to check out the program at University of South Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Florida is in Tampa, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 112 library & information science degrees were granted at University of South Florida.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Florida
Online coursework is an option 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 & Information Science Rankings at University of South Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Florida’s Library & Information Science program to other colleges that offer this 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 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #2 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #46 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University of South Florida
Graduates of University of South Florida’s Library & Information 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 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Library & Information Science graduates from University of South Florida earn a median of $48,023, compared with $58,776 for all University of South Florida graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at University of South Florida, by degree type.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at University of South Florida are 80% women (90) and 20% men (22).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University of South Florida
Among the 112 master’s library & information science graduates at University of South Florida, 80% were women (90) and 20% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of South Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 78 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of South Florida, above 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 Florida
The Library & Information Science program at University of South Florida offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 112 |
Top-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at University of South Florida go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying 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.