Careers that need a college degree
One thousand six hundred and twelve 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 13 of 33 for careers that need a college degree.
1612 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 13 of 33
Feasibility Analyst / Development Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Real Estate, or Economics; MRED or MBA advantageous · $78,000
Evaluates the financial viability of proposed real estate developments by building pro forma models, analyzing…
Features Writer / Longform Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, English, or Creative Writing · $55,000
Writes in-depth feature articles, profiles, and narrative journalism pieces that go beyond daily news to explore human…
Field Service Engineer
Associate's Degree · $85,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs complex equipment at customer locations, ensuring optimal performance and client…
Field Service Engineer (Technical Support)
Bachelor's degree · $85,000
Field Service Engineers install, maintain, and repair complex machinery and systems at client sites. They diagnose…
Field Service Technician (Oil & Gas)
Postsecondary Non-degree Award · $75,000
Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment used in oil and gas extraction and processing. Works on-site, often in…
Fight Choreographer / Intimacy Coordinator
Bachelor's degree preferred (Theater; SAFD/IDC certification essential) · $58,000
Designs and directs staged combat sequences and/or coordinates intimate scenes for theater, film, and television,…
Fight Coordinator
High School Diploma or equivalent, extensive specialized training in martial arts, stage combat, and stunt performance · $50,890
Fight Coordinators specialize in designing, planning, and executing fight sequences for film, TV, and stage…
Film and Video Editors
Bachelor's Degree · $70,980
Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May work with a producer or director to organize images for final…
Film Director
Bachelor's Degree · $92,000
Directs the artistic and dramatic aspects of a film, guiding the cast and crew in the realization of their creative…
Film Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Film editors assemble raw footage into a finished product that is suitable for broadcasting. They manipulate and edit…
Financial Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or Economics · $85,000
Analyzes financial data, builds models, and prepares reports to guide investment decisions, budgeting, and strategic…
Financial and Investment Analysts
Bachelor's degree · $101,350
Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private…
Financial Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Advises clients on financial planning, investment strategies, and wealth management. Develops personalized financial…
Financial Crime / AML Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Criminal Justice, or Law; CAMS certification strongly valued · $78,000
Detects and investigates potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions violations, reviewing…
Financial Educator
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Financial educators provide guidance and instruction to individuals and groups on various financial topics, including…
Financial Examiners
Bachelor's Degree · $90,400
Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial…
Financial Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $161,700
Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a…
Financial Modeler
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Constructs quantitative models to forecast financial performance, analyze investment opportunities, and support…
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Analyze financial data through budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide insights and strategic…
Financial Representative
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Advise clients on financial planning, investments, and insurance products to help them achieve their financial goals.…
Financial Risk Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $135,000
Identify, measure, analyze, and mitigate financial risks to including market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks…
Financial Risk Specialists
Bachelor's Degree · $106,000
Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of…
Fine Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Conceives and creates original works of art using various mediums and techniques, expressing ideas, emotions, or…
Fintech Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Advises financial institutions and technology companies on integrating innovative financial technologies to improve…
Fintech Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $195,000
Develops financial technology systems; handles transactions, compliance, and security.
FinTech Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $121,440
Designs and manages digital financial products and platforms that disrupt traditional banking and finance.
Fire Chief
Bachelor's degree · $100,000
Leads and manages a fire department, overseeing emergency response, fire prevention, personnel, and administrative…
Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $117,750
Research causes of fires, determine fire protection methods, and design or recommend materials or equipment such as…
Firewall Engineer / Network Security Engineer
Bachelor's in IT or Cybersecurity; Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP Security certifications · $108,000
Manages enterprise firewall infrastructure, configuring security policies, VPN tunnels, IDS/IPS systems, and network…
First Assistant Camera (1st AC)
Bachelor's Degree or Certificate/Vocational Training · $75,000
Manages and maintains camera equipment, ensuring focus and proper exposure during filming. Collaborates closely with…
First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers
Bachelor's Degree · $84,130
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of sales workers other than retail sales workers. May perform duties such…
Fish and Game Wardens
Bachelor's Degree · $68,180
Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by…
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
Master's Degree · $86,130
Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health…
Fixed Income Sales Trader
Bachelor's in Finance, Economics, or Math; CFA valued · $145,000
Trades fixed income securities (government bonds, corporate bonds, MBS, ABS) for institutional clients, providing…
Fixed Income Trader
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics / Business · $200,000
Trades bonds, government securities, and fixed income instruments; manages credit spreads and interest rate risk.
Fleet Manager / Fleet Operations Director
Bachelor's in Logistics, Business, or Fleet Management · $88,000
Manages vehicle fleet operations including acquisition, maintenance, driver management, fuel optimization, and…
Fluid Power / Hydraulics Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical Engineering) · $95,000
Designs and analyzes hydraulic and pneumatic systems for mobile equipment, industrial machinery, and aerospace…
Food / Travel Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, English, or Culinary Arts; portfolio essential · $50,000
Writes about food, restaurants, travel destinations, and culinary culture for publications and digital platforms,…
Food and Beverage Director
Bachelor's degree · $95,000
Plans, directs, and oversees all food and beverage operations, including menu development, staff management, and…
Food Safety Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Ensures food products meet safety standards and regulations through inspections, audits, and implementation of quality…
Food Scientists and Technologists
Bachelor's Degree · $85,310
Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and…
Footwear Designer
Bachelor's degree (Footwear Design/Industrial Design/Fashion) · $78,000
Designs shoes and footwear products for athletic, fashion, and functional markets, creating concepts, technical…
Foreign Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Oversee and manage international news coverage by planning content, assigning stories to foreign correspondents,…
Foreign Exchange (FX) Trader
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics / Business · $190,000
Trades foreign exchange and currency derivatives; manages currency risk and executes FX strategies.
Forensic Pathologist Assistant
Master's Degree · $80,000
Assist forensic pathologists in performing autopsies by preparing the examination suite, recovering and documenting…
Foresters
Bachelor's Degree · $70,660
Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type,…
FP&A Manager (Tech/SaaS)
Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting (MBA valued) · $140,000
Leads financial planning and analysis for a technology company, building financial models, forecasting revenue, and…
Fraud Examiner, Investigator and Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Investigates and analyzes financial discrepancies, suspicious activities, and potential fraud cases. Gathers evidence,…
Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
Bachelor's Degree · $81,680
Obtain evidence, take statements, produce reports, and testify to findings regarding resolution of fraud allegations.…
Fraud Investigator
Bachelor's Degree · $73,000
Investigates suspected cases of fraud and other financial crimes by collecting and analyzing evidence. Develops and…