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#1 #1 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS the University of Southern Mississippi is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 87 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $14,427 Median Starting Salary $45,859
#2 #2 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Overall, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,040–1,260 Est. Net Price * $20,776 Median Starting Salary $53,156
#3 #3 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Southern Connecticut State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 910–1,100 Est. Net Price * $18,712 Median Starting Salary $50,156
#4 #4 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. San Jose State University San Jose, CA San Jose State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 719 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $14,219 Median Starting Salary $44,458
#5 #5 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Simmons University Boston, MA Simmons University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 165 SAT Score 1,230–1,400 Est. Net Price * $24,423 Median Starting Salary $49,527
#6 #6 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of North Texas Denton, TX the University of North Texas is a somewhat selective school. They receive 32,016 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 270 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,283 Median Starting Salary $46,627
#7 #7 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ In general, Rutgers University-New Brunswick is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 196 SAT Score 1,280–1,480 Est. Net Price * $17,535 Median Starting Salary $44,778
#8 #8 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Texas Woman's University Denton, TX In general, Texas Woman's University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 211 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $11,682 Median Starting Salary $46,910
#9 #9 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Emporia State University Emporia, KS Emporia State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 177 SAT Score 890–1,180 Est. Net Price * $14,854 Median Starting Salary $49,982
#10 #10 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC the University of South Carolina-Columbia is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 147 SAT Score 1,220–1,400 Est. Net Price * $22,427 Median Starting Salary $50,284
#11 #11 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC In general, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 133 SAT Score 1,110–1,280 Est. Net Price * $10,979 Median Starting Salary $47,249
#12 #12 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH In general, Kent State University at Kent is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 142 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $19,046 Median Starting Salary $49,100
#13 #13 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Dominican University River Forest, IL Dominican University is a non selective school. The institution receives about 5,100 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 112 SAT Score 890–1,140 Est. Net Price * $18,162 Median Starting Salary $47,159
#14 #14 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN In general, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 127 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $21,880 Median Starting Salary $46,598
#15 #15 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Kentucky Lexington, KY the University of Kentucky is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 125 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $18,693 Median Starting Salary $48,974
#16 #16 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO the University of Missouri-Columbia is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 119 SAT Score 1,140–1,370 Est. Net Price * $19,889 Median Starting Salary $51,362
#17 #17 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. North Carolina Central University Durham, NC North Carolina Central University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 94 SAT Score 840–1,140 Est. Net Price * $13,708 Median Starting Salary $47,389
#18 #18 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 121 SAT Score 950–1,120 Est. Net Price * $12,836 Median Starting Salary $47,233
#19 #19 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA the University of Washington-Seattle Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 152 SAT Score 1,230–1,460 Est. Net Price * $10,603 Median Starting Salary $43,435
#20 #20 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Generally, St Catherine University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 980–1,250 Est. Net Price * $19,976 Median Starting Salary $47,618
#21 #21 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD the University of Maryland-College Park is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 105 SAT Score 1,360–1,520 Est. Net Price * $16,210 Median Starting Salary $47,014
#22 #22 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Generally, CUNY Queens College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 101 SAT Score 1,050–1,200 Est. Net Price * $6,434 Median Starting Salary $43,807
#23 #23 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Wayne State University Detroit, MI In general, Wayne State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 122 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Est. Net Price * $15,347 Median Starting Salary $45,066
#24 #24 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of South Florida Tampa, FL Generally, the University of South Florida is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 129 SAT Score 1,150–1,340 Est. Net Price * $11,004 Median Starting Salary $43,700
#25 #25 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Syracuse University is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 41,000 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 95 SAT Score 1,280–1,430 Est. Net Price * $43,651 Median Starting Salary $50,883
#26 #26 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 84 SAT Score 1,270–1,460 Est. Net Price * $13,376 Median Starting Salary $51,910
#27 #27 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Denver Denver, CO the University of Denver is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 93 SAT Score 1,270–1,420 Est. Net Price * $42,423 Median Starting Salary $50,259
#28 #28 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA In general, the University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 1,450–1,550 Est. Net Price * $36,808 Median Starting Salary $42,939
#29 #29 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN In general, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 118 SAT Score 1,060–1,260 Est. Net Price * $11,462 Median Starting Salary $47,859
#30 #30 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 96 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $16,551 Median Starting Salary $48,464
#31 #31 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 17% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,370–1,520 Est. Net Price * $10,614 Median Starting Salary $46,789
#32 #32 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 65 SAT Score 1,300–1,470 Est. Net Price * $24,286 Median Starting Salary $49,875
#33 #33 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Overall, The Catholic University of America is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,050–1,260 Est. Net Price * $36,031 Median Starting Salary $58,860
#34 #34 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 91 SAT Score 1,140–1,320 Est. Net Price * $21,296 Median Starting Salary $47,426
#35 #35 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Appalachian State University Boone, NC Appalachian State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,090–1,280 Est. Net Price * $13,084 Median Starting Salary $49,256
#36 #36 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Arizona Tucson, AZ the University of Arizona is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 87 SAT Score 1,110–1,360 Est. Net Price * $17,075 Median Starting Salary $46,209
#37 #37 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Generally, the University at Buffalo is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 76 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $18,524 Median Starting Salary $45,373
#38 #38 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Indiana University-Bloomington is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 1,220–1,420 Est. Net Price * $16,234 Median Starting Salary $51,170
#39 #39 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI the University of Rhode Island is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 1,060–1,280 Est. Net Price * $20,695 Median Starting Salary $53,021
#40 #40 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. St. John's University-New York Queens, NY St- John's University-New York is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,120–1,320 Est. Net Price * $26,052 Median Starting Salary $48,456
#41 #41 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL The University of Alabama is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 65 SAT Score 1,140–1,410 Est. Net Price * $20,592 Median Starting Salary $49,369
#42 #42 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK Generally, the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 59 SAT Score 1,140–1,340 Est. Net Price * $22,601 Median Starting Salary $46,652
#43 #43 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Drexel University is a somewhat selective school. They receive about 37,000 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 57 SAT Score 1,240–1,430 Est. Net Price * $39,267 Median Starting Salary $45,902
#44 #44 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Pennsylvania Western University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 160 SAT Score 950–1,160 Est. Net Price * $18,527 Median Starting Salary $0
#45 #45 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Iowa Iowa City, IA the University of Iowa is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,120–1,320 Est. Net Price * $19,587 Median Starting Salary $50,872
#46 #46 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. East Carolina University Greenville, NC East Carolina University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 66 SAT Score 1,020–1,180 Est. Net Price * $14,410 Median Starting Salary $49,093
#47 #47 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Overall, Sam Houston State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $13,632 Median Starting Salary $47,735
#48 #48 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Overall, Old Dominion University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,100–1,260 Est. Net Price * $16,098 Median Starting Salary $46,447
#49 #49 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Long Island University Brookville, NY In general, Long Island University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Est. Net Price * $25,802 Median Starting Salary $45,140
#50 #50 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA the University of Northern Iowa is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,040–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,782 Median Starting Salary $52,341
#51 #51 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI the University of Hawaii at Manoa is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $13,639 Median Starting Salary $46,428
#52 #52 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Overall, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is known for being a fairly selective... Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 64 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Est. Net Price * $16,079 Median Starting Salary $45,354
#53 #53 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Generally, Trevecca Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $16,080 Median Starting Salary $47,443
#54 #54 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Middle Tennessee State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,020–1,240 Est. Net Price * $13,062 Median Starting Salary $46,616
#55 #55 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Western Kentucky University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $12,625 Median Starting Salary $47,068
#56 #56 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Generally, the University of Central Missouri is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $15,117 Median Starting Salary $49,490
#57 #57 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Generally, Northeastern State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $9,669 Median Starting Salary $47,231
#58 #58 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX the University of Houston-Clear Lake is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,000–1,170 Est. Net Price * $17,871 Median Starting Salary $44,579
#59 #59 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Texas A&M University-Commerce Commerce, TX Texas A&M University-Commerce is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 44 SAT Score 910–1,150 Est. Net Price * $13,025 Median Starting Salary $46,674
#60 #60 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S. Chicago State University Chicago, IL Generally, Chicago State University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 790–980 Est. Net Price * $6,446 Median Starting Salary $45,666
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About Library and Information Science

A program that focuses on the knowledge and skills required to develop, organize, store, retrieve, administer, and facilitate the use of local, remote, and networked collections of information in print, audiovisual, and electronic formats and that prepares individuals for professional service as librarians and information consultants.

Of the 5,623 Library and Information Science degrees granted each year at the Masters degree level, women make up 83% percent and men make up 17% percent of the area of study. Did you know that California has more students being granted a degree in Library and Information Science than any other state? In fact, California granted 766 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Library and Information Science is $0.

Popularity of Library and Information Science Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

Some of the highest paying jobs for Library and Information Science majors include Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary, Librarians and Media Collections Specialists . But, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for specific jobs. Careers that are in high need that a degree in Library and Information Science can prepare you for are Librarians and Media Collections Specialists, Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Library and Information Science majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Library and Information Science majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

5,623

Female Students

4,649 (82%)

Male Students

974 (17%)

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Library and Information Science

#1 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

99%

87

1,040–1,280

$14,427

$45,859

#2 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

96%

11

1,040–1,260

$20,776

$53,156

#3 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

83%

33

910–1,100

$18,712

$50,156

#4 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

77%

719

1,010–1,240

$14,219

$44,458

#5 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

76%

165

1,230–1,400

$24,423

$49,527

#6 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

79%

270

1,010–1,250

$15,283

$46,627

#7 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

66%

196

1,280–1,480

$17,535

$44,778

#8 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

94%

211

930–1,140

$11,682

$46,910

#9 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

96%

177

890–1,180

$14,854

$49,982

#10 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

64%

147

1,220–1,400

$22,427

$50,284

#11 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

92%

133

1,110–1,280

$10,979

$47,249

#12 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

88%

142

980–1,220

$19,046

$49,100

#13 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.

90%

112

890–1,140

$18,162

$47,159

#14 Best College for Library and Information Science in the U.S.