Library & Information Science at University of Wisconsin-Madison
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library & Information Science, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Madison. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is in Madison, WI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 97 library & information science graduations were recorded at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Online coursework is an option at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Among 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) studied exclusively online and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Rankings can help you compare University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Library & Information Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #34 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Graduates of University of Wisconsin-Madison’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 | $40,309 |
| 2 years | $43,638 |
| 3 years | $45,412 |
| 4 years | $49,852 |
| 5 years | $56,311 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Library & Information Science graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison take home a median $49,852, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Library & Information Science graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are 74% women (72) and 26% men (25).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 97 master’s library & information science degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 74% were women (72) and 26% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 80 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 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 Wisconsin-Madison
The Library & Information Science program at University of Wisconsin-Madison offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 97 |
Top-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Those who complete Library & Information Science program at University of Wisconsin-Madison work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Library & Information 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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