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Best Library Science Colleges in New York

5 accredited institutions in New York offering library science programs, ranked by annual graduates (IPEDS 2023–24).

5
Colleges
1,119
Graduates/yr
2
Public
Master's
Top Degree

Ranked: Library Science Programs in New York

1
Private NonprofitMaster's
Syracuse University
Syracuse
330
Graduates/yr
42%
Acceptance
$61,310
Tuition
81%
Grad Rate
$18,312
Net Price <$30K
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2
PublicMaster's
University at Buffalo
Buffalo
288
Graduates/yr
69%
Acceptance
$7,070
In-State Tuition
73%
Grad Rate
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3
PublicMaster's
CUNY Queens College
Queens
255
Graduates/yr
69%
Acceptance
$6,930
In-State Tuition
60%
Grad Rate
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4
Private NonprofitMaster's
Long Island University
Brookville
141
Graduates/yr
90%
Acceptance
$39,458
Tuition
53%
Grad Rate
$20,971
Net Price <$30K
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5
Private NonprofitMaster's
St. John's University-New York
Queens
105
Graduates/yr
80%
Acceptance
$48,301
Tuition
68%
Grad Rate
$20,408
Net Price <$30K
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Studying Library Science in New York

New York has 5 accredited colleges offering library science programs, producing 1,119 graduates annually. Of these, 2 are public institutions with subsidized in-state tuition for New York residents.

When evaluating programs, consider accreditation, internship placement rates, and faculty expertise. Always file the FAFSA — the net price after grants can be dramatically lower than sticker tuition, especially at public institutions.

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Data source: Graduate counts from IPEDS 2023–24 C2023_A Completions survey (NCES). Tuition, acceptance rate, and graduation rate from IPEDS HD2023, ADM2023, DRVGR2023.