Library Science and Administration

Master's degree · University of Wisconsin-Madison · Madison, WI

CIP 25.01

$44,787Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,976Median earnings 4 years after
$56,311Median earnings 5 years after
$33,938Median federal debt
92Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Library Science and Administration at University of Wisconsin-Madison earn a median of $44,787 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 $33,938, about 76% of first-year earnings.

Library Science and Administration (Master's degree) at other Wisconsin schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee
$44,702$35,477

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Library Science and Administration graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison make?

The median salary is $44,787 one year after graduation and $56,311 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $33,938.

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