Library Science at Western Kentucky University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Library Science, take a look at what Western Kentucky University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Kentucky University is located in Bowling Green, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Western Kentucky University
Distance learning is available at Western Kentucky University. Among 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Library Science Rankings at Western Kentucky University
Rankings can help you compare Western Kentucky University’s Library Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #15 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #20 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 76 |
Earnings for Library Science Graduates from Western Kentucky University
Those who finish Western Kentucky 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 | $43,683 |
| 2 years | $44,886 |
| 3 years | $45,628 |
| 4 years | $50,219 |
| 5 years | $53,352 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Library Science graduates from Western Kentucky University earn a median of $50,219, compared with $48,728 for all Western Kentucky University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Library Science Graduates
Graduates of the Library Science program at Western Kentucky University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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