Library & Information Science at Valdosta State University
If you are interested in studying Library & Information Science, you may want to check out the program at Valdosta State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Valdosta State University is located in Valdosta, GA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 102 library & information science degrees were awarded at Valdosta State University.
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Studying Online at Valdosta State University
Online coursework is an option at Valdosta State University. Among 10,262 students, 4,718 (46%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,960 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Library & Information Science Rankings at Valdosta State University
Use these rankings to compare Valdosta State University’s Library & Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
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 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #18 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 62 |
Earnings for Library & Information Science Graduates from Valdosta State University
Graduates of Valdosta State University’s Library & Information Science program earn at the following median levels (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 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Library & Information Science graduates from Valdosta State University take home a median $43,225, compared with $49,491 for all Valdosta State University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Library & Information Science graduates at Valdosta State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Library & Information Science graduates at Valdosta State University are 84% women (86) and 16% men (16).
Library & Information Science Master’s Program at Valdosta State University
Among the 102 master’s library & information science graduates at Valdosta State University, 84% were women (86) and 16% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 77 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 23% of Library & Information Science master’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University, 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 Valdosta State University
This Library & Information Science program at Valdosta State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Library & Information Science | 102 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Library & Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Library & Information Science program at Valdosta State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.