Best colleges for Library Science and Administration in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Arizona awards the most Library Science and Administration degrees and certificates in Arizona: 93 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 2 Arizona colleges offer Library Science and Administration and award 104 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Library Science and Administration program focuses on the study of the creation, organization, management, and use of recorded information. It prepares students for various professional roles in librarianship, information management,…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The University of Arizona Global Campus Chandler Public · Bachelor's degree Online Small program | $29,163 | 11 | 11% | $26,445 | $35,813 |
Colleges awarding the most Library Science and Administration degrees in Arizona
By graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Arizona Tucson Public | 93 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Arizona colleges offering Library Science and Administration
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Arizona Global Campus (Online) | Chandler | Public | 11 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (SOC 25-4022).
Top skills
What Librarians and Media Collections Specialists earn in Arizona
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Library Science and Administration programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Library Science and Administration degrees?+
University of Arizona (93 graduates a year) awards the most Library Science and Administration degrees and certificates in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 2 Arizona colleges offer Library Science and Administration.
How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Arizona is $61,670 (median $60,500), across about 1,990 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Library Science and Administration program?+
The Library Science and Administration program focuses on the study of the creation, organization, management, and use of recorded information. It prepares students for various professional roles in librarianship, information management,…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists?+
The national job outlook is about +1.7% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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