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 33 of 37 for careers that need a college degree.
1836 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 33 of 37
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Tester
Bachelor's Degree · $104,300
Software quality assurance analysts write test scripts, run them against new and updated code, and log every failure in…
Solar Energy Systems Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $122,930
Perform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential,…
Solar Policy Advocate
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Advocate for solar energy policies, net metering rules, interconnection standards, and community solar programs at…
Solutions Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $116,580
Designs solutions for clients; bridges technical and business requirements.
Solutions Architect (Cloud/Enterprise)
Bachelor's Degree · $116,580
Designs and validates complex technical solutions for enterprise customers, creating architecture diagrams, integration…
Solutions Engineer / Pre-Sales Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $124,900
Partners with sales teams to provide technical expertise during the sales process, delivering product demos, building…
Sommelier
Certificate or Vocational Training · $35,230
Manage and develop wine programs for restaurants, hotels, or retail establishments, advising guests on wine selection,…
Sound Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $73,130
Sound editors are responsible for assembling and synchronizing all sound elements to dialogue, music, and sound effects…
Sourcing Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $148,080
Manages the procurement process, identifies suppliers, negotiates contracts, and ensures cost-effective acquisition of…
Spatial Computing Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Build applications for augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality platforms. Design immersive 3D…
Spatial Computing Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Designs, builds, and optimizes software experiences that blend digital content with the physical world using XR…
Spatial UI Designer (AR/VR Interfaces)
Bachelor's Degree · $104,000
Designs user interfaces and interaction patterns for augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality…
Special Education Coordinator
Master's Degree · $77,440
Oversees and implements special education programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing support for…
Special Education Teacher, Elementary School
Bachelor's Degree · $65,120
Teach academic, social, and life skills to elementary school students with learning, emotional, or physical…
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten
Bachelor's Degree · $65,120
Special education teachers work with kindergarten students who have disabilities such as autism, speech delays, or…
Special Education Teachers, Middle School
Bachelor's Degree · $66,810
Teach academic, social, and life skills to middle school students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.…
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School
Bachelor's Degree · $74,260
Secondary school special education teachers adapt lessons and write Individualized Education Programs for students with…
Special Effects Artists and Animator
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Special effects artists and animators use software to sculpt digital models, simulate explosions, and composite live…
Speech AI Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $129,680
Builds speech-recognition and speech-understanding systems, improving transcription accuracy, streaming behavior,…
Speech-Language Pathologist
Master's Degree · $97,870
Assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. Develop and implement…
Speechwriter
Bachelor's Degree · $76,910
Crafts compelling speeches for individuals and organizations, conveying their message effectively.
Sports Agent
Bachelor's Degree · $82,890
Represent professional athletes in contract negotiations, endorsement deals, and career management. Build relationships…
Sports Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $120,230
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data related to sports performance, team dynamics, and competitive strategies to…
Sports Anchor / Sports Presenter
Bachelor's Degree · $47,340
Presents sports news segments on television, anchoring highlight shows, conducting athlete interviews, providing game…
Sports Broadcaster / Commentator
Bachelor's Degree · $47,340
Provides live play-by-play or color commentary for sporting events across television, radio, and streaming platforms,…
Sports Data Analyst / Performance Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $120,230
Collects, analyzes, and interprets athletic performance data using video analysis, GPS tracking, wearable sensors, and…
Sports Equipment Designer / Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $104,110
Designs and engineers sports equipment, footwear, and protective gear using biomechanics, materials science, and human…
Sports Event Coordinator / Tournament Director
Bachelor's Degree · $61,160
Plans, organizes, and executes sporting events, tournaments, and competitions, managing logistics, scheduling,…
Sports Journalist / Reporter
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Covers sporting events, teams, and athletes through written articles, video reports, and social media content, breaking…
Sports Marketing Executive
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Develops and implements marketing strategies for sports teams, athletes, events, or brands. This includes managing…
Sports Marketing Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Develops and executes marketing strategies for sports teams, leagues, venues, or brands, managing sponsorship…
Sports Performance Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $120,230
Collect, analyse, and interpret performance data from athletes and teams to inform coaching decisions and improve…
Sports Scientist
Master's Degree · $59,460
Apply scientific principles to enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and optimize training programs for…
Sports Statistician
Bachelor's Degree · $105,650
Collect, analyse, and interpret statistical data from sporting events to support team performance analysis, broadcast…
Spring Boot Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot framework; manages microservices and REST APIs.
SQL Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $139,500
Designs, develops, and maintains robust database solutions, ensuring data integrity, performance, and security for…
Stadium / Arena Operations Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $106,660
Oversees the day-to-day operations of sports venues including event setup, security, concessions, maintenance, crowd…
Staff Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Senior technical expert; drives technical strategy across multiple teams and projects.
Staff Reporter
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Staff Reporters gather facts, conduct interviews, and write news stories for newspapers, magazines, websites,…
Stage / Theatrical Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $75,240
Designs sets, scenery, and environments for theatre, opera, dance, and live events, creating immersive worlds that…
Stage Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Coordinates all aspects of theatrical, dance, and live event productions from rehearsal through performance, managing…
Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $78,620
Operates and maintains stationary engines, boilers, and other mechanical equipment to provide utilities such as heat,…
Statistical Assistant
Bachelor's Degree · $50,330
Statistical assistants compile and clean data, then run it through statistical formulas so actuaries and researchers…
Statistical Programmer
Bachelor's Degree · $105,650
Develops, validates, and maintains statistical programs for data analysis, reporting, and visualization in research or…
Sterile Processing Technician
High School Diploma · $47,700
Clean, sterilize, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment for medical procedures.
Storage Engineer / SAN Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $139,500
Designs and manages enterprise storage infrastructure including SAN, NAS, and object storage systems, handling capacity…
Stormwater Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $100,840
Designs stormwater management systems including detention basins, bioretention, green infrastructure, and conveyance…
Story Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Story Artists translate scripts and ideas into visual narratives through storyboards, helping to plan the visual flow…
Storyboard Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Creates sequential visual narratives that plan out scenes for film, animation, advertising, and games, translating…
Storyboard Director
Bachelor's Degree · $114,850
Creates detailed storyboards that visualize narrative flow. Bridges conceptual ideas and production execution.