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 2 of 33 for careers that need a college degree.
1612 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 2 of 33
Animation Director
Bachelor's Degree in Animation · $110,000
Directs animation teams and oversees animation production. Develops animation style and ensures quality across animated…
Animation Producer
Bachelor's Degree in Animation, Film, or Business · $105,000
Manages animation production schedules, budgets, and team coordination. Oversees animation pipeline and ensures quality…
Animation Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Leads and oversees the animation team, ensuring the artistic and technical quality of animated sequences in film,…
Animator (2D)
Bachelor's Degree in Animation or Fine Arts · $75,000
Creates 2D animations for film, television, and digital media. Develops character movement, transitions, and visual…
Animator (3D)
Bachelor's Degree in Animation or Computer Science · $85,000
Creates 3D animations for film, games, and digital content. Specializes in character rigging, motion capture, and…
API Gateway Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $175,000
Designs and manages API gateways; handles routing, authentication, and rate limiting.
API Platform Engineer / API Developer
Bachelor's degree · $150,000
Designs, builds, and manages API platforms, gateways, and developer portals, ensuring APIs are performant, secure,…
Application Security Engineer (AppSec)
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $158,000
Focuses on application-level security; performs code reviews and implements secure coding practices.
Appraiser
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Appraise real estate, exclusively, and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed…
Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
Bachelor's Degree · $81,680
Appraise real estate, exclusively, and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed…
Appraisers of Personal and Business Property
Bachelor's Degree · $81,680
Appraise and estimate the fair value of tangible personal or business property, such as jewelry, art, antiques,…
AR / VR Experience Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $61,300
Designs immersive augmented and virtual reality experiences for entertainment, education, and enterprise applications.
AR/VR Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Game Development / Related Field · $155,000
Develops augmented and virtual reality applications; builds immersive experiences.
AR/VR Engineer (Spatial Computing Developer)
Bachelor's degree (MS valued) · $155,000
Develops augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality applications for platforms like Apple Vision Pro, Meta…
Arborist
Bachelor's Degree · $68,300
Cultivates, maintains, and removes trees and other woody plants, providing expert care and advice on selection,…
Architect
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $200,000
Designs system architecture; ensures scalability, reliability, and best practices.
Art Director (Motion/Video)
Bachelor's Degree in Art or Design · $100,000
Oversees visual design and aesthetics for motion projects. Manages art department and ensures consistent visual style…
Art Directors
Bachelor's Degree · $111,040
Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting,…
Art Teacher
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Art teachers work in primary and secondary schools, providing instruction on drawing, coloring, painting, and art…
Arts & Culture Critic / Reviewer
Bachelor's in Journalism, English, Art History, or relevant arts discipline · $52,000
Reviews and critiques arts, entertainment, and cultural works including film, theater, music, books, and visual art for…
Arts Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $68,000
Manages the operational, financial, and programmatic aspects of arts and cultural organizations. Oversees staff,…
Arts Administrator / Cultural Program Manager
Bachelor's degree (Arts Administration/Nonprofit Management; MFA/MBA valued) · $62,000
Manages operations, programming, and development for arts organizations including theaters, galleries, arts councils,…
Arts Consultant
Master's Degree · $85,000
Advises cultural institutions, artists, and government bodies on strategic planning, fundraising, and project…
ASIC Design Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Designs, develops, and verifies Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs). This involves creating detailed…
ASP.NET Core Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $148,000
Develops web applications using ASP.NET Core framework; builds REST APIs and manages database with Entity Framework.
Asset Manager, Renewable Energy
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Manage the operational and financial performance of a portfolio of renewable energy assets to including solar, wind,…
Asset Manager, Renewable Energy (Renewable Energy Asset Management)
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Manage the operational and financial performance of a portfolio of renewable energy assets to including solar, wind,…
Assignment Editor / News Desk Editor
Bachelor's in Journalism or Communications · $55,000
Manages the newsroom assignment desk, dispatching reporters and crews to stories, monitoring scanners and news feeds,…
Assistant Athletic Director
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Assists the Athletic Director in managing and overseeing all aspects of an athletic department, including budgeting,…
Assistant City Manager
Master's Degree · $95,000
Assists the City Manager in overseeing municipal operations, implementing policies, and managing various city…
Assistant Coach (with analytics focus)
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Leverage advanced data analysis to enhance team and individual performance by integrating statistical models, video…
Assistant County Administrator
Master's Degree · $105,000
Assists the County Administrator in managing and overseeing the daily operations, programs, and services of county…
Assistant Director
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Oversees daily operations and strategic initiatives within a department or organization, supporting the director in…
Assistant Golf Professional
Bachelor's Degree or Professional Certification · $55,000
Assists the Head Golf Professional in managing golf operations, including teaching lessons, organizing tournaments,…
Assistant Program Director
Bachelor's Degree · $72,000
Assists in the planning, implementation, and oversight of programs, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to…
Assistant Project Manager (Construction)
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Assists project managers in planning, executing, and closing construction projects. This includes coordinating…
Assistant Secretary
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Provides high-level administrative support to an executive or department head, managing schedules, communications, and…
Assistive Technology Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Assistive Technology Specialists assess individuals with disabilities, recommend appropriate assistive technologies,…
Associate Analyst (Equity Research)
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Equity Research Associates analyze publicly traded companies and industries, build and update financial models, conduct…
Associate Creative Director
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Lead creative teams in developing innovative advertising campaigns and marketing materials, conceptualizing ideas,…
Associate Pastor
Master's degree · $55,000
Support the Senior Pastor in leading the congregation, overseeing ministries, and providing spiritual guidance through…
Associate Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Assists producers in various stages of media production, including film, television, radio, and digital content.…
Athletic Trainer / Sports Therapist
Master's degree (Athletic Training; CAATE accredited) · $60,000
Prevents, diagnoses, and treats muscle and bone injuries and illnesses for athletes and physically active individuals,…
Atmospheric and Space Scientists
Bachelor's Degree · $97,450
Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites,…
Audience Engagement Manager
Bachelor's degree · $85,000
Develop and execute strategies to foster meaningful interactions between the organization and its target audience by…
Audience Growth Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Develops and executes strategies to expand an organization's audience reach and engagement across various digital…
Audio Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Audio Editors are responsible for manipulating and refining audio recordings for various media, including music, film,…
Audio Journalist / Audio Storyteller
Bachelor's in Journalism, Audio Production, or Communications · $52,000
Creates narrative audio journalism pieces for radio, podcasts, and digital platforms, combining interviews, ambient…
Author/Speaker
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Craft compelling narratives and deliver impactful presentations to inform, entertain, or persuade audiences. This role…
Automation Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Designs, develops, and implements automated solutions to streamline business processes, improve efficiency, and reduce…