Information Science/Studies
Master's degree · Pennsylvania State University-World Campus · University Park, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Information Science/Studies at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus earn a median of $128,867 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $112,705 four years after graduating (middle half: $75,540–$153,142). Median debt is $33,905, about 26% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Information Science/Studies (Master's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $128,867 | $33,905 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown | $128,867 | $33,905 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Great Valley Malvern | $128,867 | $33,905 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $84,511 | — |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $80,553 | $43,562 |
| Strayer University-Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $71,873 | $74,156 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Information Science/Studies graduates from Pennsylvania State University-World Campus make?
The median salary is $128,867 one year after graduation and $161,845 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $33,905.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.