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Top 15 Highest Paying Fields for College Students to Consider
August 10, 2012 by William FriersonAre you wondering where to find top paying careers once you graduate?
A college degree can make quite a difference in students’ future salaries, especially if they choose a high-paying field. Continue Reading
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8 College Degrees That Will Earn Your Money Back
August 06, 2012 by William FriersonAs the cost of education continues to skyrocket and job prospects remain less than robust in a tough economy, the answer to the question, “What are you majoring in?” seems more important than ever.
There’s no getting around it. Education is expensive. A four-year degree at a public university costs, on average, $37,343, while an education at a private school will set you back $121,930. While statistics show that a college degree will undoubtedly open doors and increase your earning potential, you need to choose your degree carefully to ensure you’re making a wise investment.
Last week, we highlighted 8 college degrees with a poor return on investment. This week, we’ll head to the other end of the spectrum and show you 8 college degrees with great ROI (in no particular order), as well as some examples of jobs within each industry. Continue Reading
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Degrees to Watch Out For: Seven Fields that Are Hiring Now
April 24, 2012 by William FriersonWhether you’re graduating from high school or you’re an adult returning to school to improve your job prospects, you want to choose a program of study that will ensure you find a job after graduation. Let’s face it: majoring in art history or philosophy might be fascinating, but the chances of those programs leading to a lucrative and stable career are slim.
There are some majors that have excellent prospects for the next few years and are projected to be in high demand. That means that choosing one of these fields is more likely to get you a great job upon graduating and who doesn’t want that? Continue Reading
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Want to Invest in the Real Job Creators? Invest in Women.
January 28, 2012 by Steven RothbergWomen aren’t micro–so why do they only get micro-loans? At TEDxWomen reporter Gayle Tzemach Lemmon argues that women running all types of firms– from home businesses to major factories– are the overlooked key to economic development.
