Careers that need a college degree
One thousand eight hundred and thirty-six careers where a bachelor's degree is the standard entry credential, careers where the typical entry path runs through a four-year college degree, including most professional, analytical and creative knowledge work. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 3 of 37 for careers that need a college degree.
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Analytics Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $139,500
Optimize data models, build data pipelines, and ensure data quality and accessibility for analytical purposes by…
Analytics Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $120,230
Collect, process, and analyze data to generate insights and actionable recommendations that drive business…
Android Developer (Senior / Lead)
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops native Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, handling architecture, performance, Google Play…
Android Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Designs, develops, and maintains mobile applications for Google's Android platform.
Angular Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Builds enterprise web applications using Angular framework; manages complex component hierarchies and dependency…
Animation Director
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Directs animation teams and oversees animation production. Develops animation style and ensures quality across animated…
Animation Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Manages animation production schedules, budgets, and team coordination. Oversees animation pipeline and ensures quality…
Animation Supervisor
No Formal Education Needed · $102,030
Leads and oversees the animation team, ensuring the artistic and technical quality of animated sequences in film,…
Animator (2D)
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Creates 2D animations for film, television, and digital media. Develops character movement, transitions, and visual…
Animator (3D)
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Creates 3D animations for film, games, and digital content. Specializes in character rigging, motion capture, and…
API Gateway Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Designs and manages API gateways; handles routing, authentication, and rate limiting.
API Platform Engineer / API Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Designs, builds, and manages API platforms, gateways, and developer portals, ensuring APIs are performant, secure,…
API Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $109,820
Owns an API as a long-lived product, defining contracts, versioning, documentation, reliability and commercial…
App studio founder (mobile)
No Formal Education Needed · $76,500 - $93,500 owner take-home/SDE
App studio founder (mobile) owns a studio that designs, launches and monetizes mobile applications, balancing product…
Application Security Engineer (AppSec)
Bachelor's Degree · $129,180
Focuses on application-level security; performs code reviews and implements secure coding practices.
Applied AI Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $129,680
Builds production applications on top of machine-learning and foundation models, combining retrieval, evaluation,…
Appraiser
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Appraise real estate, exclusively, and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed…
Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Real estate appraisers and assessors determine the fair market value of properties for lenders, buyers, and tax…
Appraisers of Personal and Business Property
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Personal property appraisers determine the fair value of objects like jewelry, art, antiques, and business machinery…
AR / VR Experience Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
AR/VR experience designers build interactive simulations in Unity or Unreal Engine, then test them in a headset,…
AR/VR Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops augmented and virtual reality applications; builds immersive experiences.
AR/VR Engineer (Spatial Computing Developer)
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality applications for platforms like Apple Vision Pro, Meta…
Arborist
Bachelor's Degree · $50,960
Cultivates, maintains, and removes trees and other woody plants, providing expert care and advice on selection,…
Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $116,580
Designs system architecture; ensures scalability, reliability, and best practices.
Art Director
Bachelor's Degree · $114,850
Lead the visual direction of creative projects for advertising agencies, publishing houses, film productions, and media…
Art Director (Motion/Video)
Bachelor's Degree · $114,850
Oversees visual design and aesthetics for motion projects. Manages art department and ensures consistent visual style…
Art Teacher
Bachelor's Degree · $72,040
Art teachers work in primary and secondary schools, providing instruction on drawing, coloring, painting, and art…
Arts & Culture Critic / Reviewer
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Reviews and critiques arts, entertainment, and cultural works including film, theater, music, books, and visual art for…
Arts Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $141,900
Manages the operational, financial, and programmatic aspects of arts and cultural organizations. Oversees staff,…
Arts Administrator / Cultural Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $141,900
Manages operations, programming, and development for arts organizations including theaters, galleries, arts councils,…
Arts Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $101,860
Advises cultural institutions, artists, and government bodies on strategic planning, fundraising, and project…
ASIC Design Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $161,740
Designs, develops, and verifies Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs). This involves creating detailed…
ASP.NET Core Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $92,650
Develops web applications using ASP.NET Core framework; builds REST APIs and manages database with Entity Framework.
Asset Manager, Renewable Energy
Bachelor's Degree · $105,770
Manage the operational and financial performance of a portfolio of renewable energy assets to including solar, wind,…
Assignment Editor / News Desk Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $77,920
Manages the newsroom assignment desk, dispatching reporters and crews to stories, monitoring scanners and news feeds,…
Assistant Athletic Director
Bachelor's Degree · $104,590
Assists the Athletic Director in managing and overseeing all aspects of an athletic department, including budgeting,…
Assistant City Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $213,990
Assists the City Manager in overseeing municipal operations, implementing policies, and managing various city…
Assistant Coach (with analytics focus)
Bachelor's Degree · $47,320
Leverage advanced data analysis to enhance team and individual performance by integrating statistical models, video…
Assistant County Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $213,990
Assists the County Administrator in managing and overseeing the daily operations, programs, and services of county…
Assistant Director
Bachelor's Degree · $105,770
Oversees daily operations and strategic initiatives within a department or organization, supporting the director in…
Assistant Golf Professional
High School Diploma · $47,320
Assists the Head Golf Professional in managing golf operations, including teaching lessons, organizing tournaments,…
Assistant Program Director
Bachelor's Degree · $105,770
Assists in the planning, implementation, and oversight of programs, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to…
Assistant Project Manager (Construction)
Bachelor's Degree · $114,990
Assists project managers in planning, executing, and closing construction projects. This includes coordinating…
Assistant Secretary
High School Diploma · $76,590
Provides high-level administrative support to an executive or department head, managing schedules, communications, and…
Assistive Technology Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $100,330
Assistive Technology Specialists assess individuals with disabilities, recommend appropriate assistive technologies,…
Associate Analyst (Equity Research)
Bachelor's Degree · $102,740
Equity Research Associates analyze publicly traded companies and industries, build and update financial models, conduct…
Associate Creative Director
Bachelor's Degree · $114,850
Lead creative teams in developing innovative advertising campaigns and marketing materials, conceptualizing ideas,…
Associate Pastor
Bachelor's Degree · $60,810
Support the Senior Pastor in leading the congregation, overseeing ministries, and providing spiritual guidance through…
Associate Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Assists producers in various stages of media production, including film, television, radio, and digital content.…
Athletic Trainer / Sports Therapist
Master's Degree · $62,520
Prevents, diagnoses, and treats muscle and bone injuries and illnesses for athletes and physically active individuals,…