Library Science and Administration

Master's degree · University of Southern Mississippi · Hattiesburg, MS

CIP 25.01

$43,862Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$48,769Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$37,968Median federal debt

125Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Library Science and Administration at University of Southern Mississippi earn a median of $43,862 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 $37,968, about 87% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $43,862 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $37,968.

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