Library Science and Administration at CUNY Queens College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY Queens College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY Queens College graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all library science and administration masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Library Science and Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Queens College | $57,950 | $61,493 | — | — |
| Pratt Institute-Main | $53,238 | $60,795 | — | — |
| St. John's University-New York | $51,976 | $66,499 | — | — |
| University at Buffalo | $50,173 | $47,752 | — | — |
| Long Island University | $47,403 | $59,290 | — | — |
| Syracuse University | $44,225 | $54,932 | — | — |
| National Median | $47,517 | — | — | — |
Other Library Science and Administration Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn | $59,683 | $53,238 | — |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $50,110 | $51,976 | — |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $10,782 | $50,173 | — |
| Long Island University Brookville | $41,642 | $47,403 | — |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $63,061 | $44,225 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At CUNY Queens College, approximately 48% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.