Library Science and Administration

Master's degree · University of Rhode Island · Kingston, RI

CIP 25.01

$47,709Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$56,115Median earnings 4 years after

$63,530Median earnings 5 years after

$30,750Median federal debt

59Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Library Science and Administration at University of Rhode Island earn a median of $47,709 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 $30,750, about 64% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Library Science and Administration graduates from University of Rhode Island make?

The median salary is $47,709 one year after graduation and $63,530 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $30,750.

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