Library Science at Wayne State University
If you plan to study Library Science, take a look at what Wayne State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Wayne State University is in Detroit, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wayne State University
Distance learning is available at Wayne State University. Among 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Wayne State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Wayne State University’s Library Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #39 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Wayne State University
Those who finish Wayne State University’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 | $41,743 |
| 2 years | $40,888 |
| 3 years | $45,238 |
| 4 years | $50,352 |
| 5 years | $55,362 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Library Science graduates from Wayne State University take home a median $50,352, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Library Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library Science program at Wayne State University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Library 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
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