Even with college degrees in their pockets, American graduates can still face a challenging job market. But there are some degrees that almost guarantee a good salary even in an entry level job.
Seventy percent of high school graduates enter college. Those who stick with it to earn a four-year degree are far better prepared to find a job upon graduation. Those who major in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) are more likely to not only find a job, but get in on the ground floor of a well-paying profession.
Glassdoor.com, a website for job searches and job-related information, ranked jobs that pay the most for entry level positions. The social sciences are absent from the list of the top 10. Finances, including financial analysts, accountants and investment banking analysts, come in 11th with a starting median base salary of $54,900.
Following are the top 10 degrees that lead to the best paying starting positions, along with the beginning median base salary and a few examples of popular entry level jobs that can be pursued in each area, according to Glassdoor.com.
No. 10: Management information systems, $58,000.
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