Library Science and Administration at University of Southern Mississippi

Master's Degree

Location: Hattiesburg, MS•In-State Tuition: $9,618•Out-of-State Tuition: $11,618•Admission Rate: 99%•Avg SAT: 1120
Median Earnings (1yr)
$43,862
5th percentile
Sample Size
30
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Southern Mississippi graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Southern Mississippi graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all library science and administration masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi

Library Science and Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Southern Mississippi$43,862———
National Median$47,517———

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 University of Southern Mississippi, approximately 47% 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.