Library and Information Science Program

In United States, 80 schools offer Library and Information Science program. The average tuition & fees at the schools is $28,632. The average annual age after completing Library and Information Science program is $98,772.

2023 Average Tuition for Library and Information Science Programs

Total 80 schools offer the Library and Information Science programs. Its average tuition & fees is $28,632. In public schools, the tuition & fees is $10,094 for State residents and $24,417 for out-of-state students. In private schools the costs for the Library and Information Science program is $44,250.
2023 Tuition & Fees of Library and Information Science programs
Tuition & Fees
In-State (public schools)$10,094
Out-of-State (public schools)$24,417
Private schools$44,250
Average$28,632

What is Library and Information Science Program?

Library and Information Science is 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.

Average Income after Completing Library and Information Science Program

The annual average wage after completing Library and Information Science is $98,772 and hourly 35.995. This statistics is based on the employment and wage data (May 2019) from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Next table shows the possible occupation and job list with average income having Library and Information Science degree/certificate.
Average Income after completing Library and Information Science Program
Occupation/Job TitleHourly WageAnnul Wage
Miscellaneous Managers$67.88$141,190
Managers, All Other$67.88$141,190
Administrative Services Managers$55.59$115,640
Administrative Services and Facilities Managers$54.06$112,440
Facilities Managers$50.95$105,970
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary$81,720
Education and Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary$78,770
Education Teachers, Postsecondary$78,540
Curators$32.45$67,490
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists$31.14$64,770

Sub Major Programs and Concentrated area of Library and Information Science

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Instructional programs that focus on the knowledge and skills required for managing and/or maintaining libraries and related information and record systems, collections and facilities for research and general use
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A program that prepares individuals to provide library and information services and programming for children and young adults. Includes instruction in information needs of children and young adults, resources and services for children and young adults, literature for youth, storytelling, multi-ethnic materials, library management, and information technology for librarians
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A program that prepares individuals to identify, manage, preserve, and make available records with long-term value for documentation, legal, research, and other purposes. Includes instruction in appraisal and collection development, information and records management, archival preservation, access systems, management of electronic records, archival outreach, and legal and ethical issues
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A program that prepares individuals to assist professional librarians and archivists. Includes instruction in principles, systems, processes, and procedures of library and archive operation; library resources and services; processes of acquisition, cataloging, storage, and display systems; discovery and retrieval of requested materials; and management of books, periodicals, and other documents and records
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Any instructional program in Library Science which is not categorized in sub area
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Colleges Offering Library and Information Science program

The University of Alabama

Public, 4-years
Tuscaloosa, AL

Tuition: $33,200
Population: 38,644
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University of Arizona

Public, 4-years
Tucson, AZ

Tuition: $41,095
Population: 49,403
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San Jose State University

Public, 4-years
San Jose, CA

Tuition: $19,872
Population: 35,751
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University of Southern California

Private, 4-years
Los Angeles, CA

Tuition: $68,237
Population: 48,945
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University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

Public, 4-years
Denver, CO

Tuition: $28,209
Population: 23,744
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University of Denver

Private, 4-years
Denver, CO

Tuition: $59,340
Population: 13,734
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Southern Connecticut State University

Public, 4-years
New Haven, CT

Tuition: $26,104
Population: 8,889
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The Catholic University of America

Private, 4-years
Washington, DC

Tuition: $55,834
Population: 4,968
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University of South Florida

Public, 4-years
Tampa, FL

Tuition: $17,324
Population: 49,600
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Valdosta State University

Public, 4-years
Valdosta, GA

Tuition: $17,062
Population: 10,209
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University of Hawaii at Manoa

Public, 4-years
Honolulu, HI

Tuition: $34,218
Population: 19,074
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College of Southern Idaho

Public, 4-years
Twin Falls, ID

Tuition: $6,840
Population: 8,096
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Chicago State University

Public, 4-years
Chicago, IL

Tuition: $12,754
Population: 2,317
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Illinois State University

Public, 4-years
Normal, IL

Tuition: $28,086
Population: 20,683
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Dominican University

Private, 4-years
River Forest, IL

Tuition: $37,844
Population: 3,196
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Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

Public, 4-years
Indianapolis, IN

Tuition: $33,717
Population: 25,979
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Indiana University-Bloomington

Public, 4-years
Bloomington, IN

Tuition: $40,482
Population: 47,005
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University of Iowa

Public, 4-years
Iowa City, IA

Tuition: $32,927
Population: 30,015
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Ashford University

Private, 4-years
San Diego, CA

Tuition: $13,160
Population: 34,190
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University of Northern Iowa

Public, 4-years
Cedar Falls, IA

Tuition: $21,272
Population: 8,945
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All data used in our site is from IPEDS (The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), U.S. Department of Education, academic year 2022-2023