Library and Archives Assisting Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to assist professional librarians and archivists. Includes instruction in principles, systems, processes, and procedures of library and archive operation; library resources and services; processes of acquisition, cataloging, storage, and display systems; discovery and retrieval of requested materials; and management of books, periodicals, and other documents and records. Is Library and Archives Assisting the right major for you?
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Library and Archives Assisting Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$31,410

Median Hourly Wage

$15.10*

Total Employed Nationally

109,240


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.