Library Science at University of Southern California
If you are interested in studying Library Science, consider the program at University of Southern California. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Southern California is located in Los Angeles, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Southern California
Many students take online classes at University of Southern California. Among 46,566 students, 6,077 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,437 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at University of Southern California
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern California’s Library Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #3 of 76 |
| Best Value | California | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #16 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from University of Southern California
Students who complete University of Southern California’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 | $42,614 |
| 2 years | $44,170 |
| 3 years | $49,688 |
| 4 years | $74,666 |
| 5 years | $80,099 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Library Science graduates from University of Southern California take home a median $74,666, compared with $101,273 for all University of Southern California graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Students who finish Library Science program at University of Southern California go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Library Science graduates, 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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