Library Science at Valdosta State University
If you plan to study Library Science, you may want to check out the program at Valdosta State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Valdosta State University is located in Valdosta, GA.
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Online Class Availability at Valdosta State University
Online coursework is an option at Valdosta State University. Among 10,262 students, 4,718 (46%) studied exclusively online and 2,960 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Valdosta State University
Rankings can help you compare Valdosta State University’s Library Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #74 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Valdosta State University
Students who complete Valdosta State University’s Library Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,567 |
| 2 years | $40,089 |
| 3 years | $37,951 |
| 4 years | $43,225 |
| 5 years | $45,566 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Library Science graduates from Valdosta State University earn a median of $43,225, compared with $49,491 for all Valdosta State University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Those who complete Library Science program at Valdosta State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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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