Library Science and Administration

Master's degree · University of Southern California · Los Angeles, CA

CIP 25.01

$52,828Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$70,398Median earnings 4 years after
$80,099Median earnings 5 years after
$83,905Median federal debt
—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Library Science and Administration at University of Southern California earn a median of $52,828 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,301 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,620–$68,514). Median debt is $83,905, about 159% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Library Science and Administration graduates from University of Southern California make?

The median salary is $52,828 one year after graduation and $80,099 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $83,905.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.