Why Go to College or Career School fact sheet

WHY GO TO COLLEGE OR CAREER SCHOOL?

Think you could get a good job now? Yes, maybe you can, but a college degree or career school credential will make your chances even better. Check out the average earnings in 2017 for people 25 years of age and older with different levels of education below.

$33,800

$46,228

$51,324

$51,168

$53,040

$82,160

$94,640

$123,084

$135,668

Less Than a High School Diploma

High School Graduate, No College

Some College, No Degree

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Population Survey

Associate's Degree (Occupational Program)

Associate's Degree (Academic Program)

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctoral Degree Professional Degree

(e.g., PhD)

(e.g., MD, JD)

In addition to higher earnings, unemployment rates tend to be lower as you get more education (i.e., it's easier to find a job). Explore career options at careersearch.

May 2018

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