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 3 of 33 for careers that need a college degree.
1612 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 3 of 33
Automotive Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $117,750
Develop new or improved designs for vehicle structural members, engines, transmissions, or other vehicle systems, using…
Autonomous Vehicle Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $77,400
Develops the sensors, software, and AI systems that enable self-driving vehicles.
Aviation Safety Inspector
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Inspects aircraft, air traffic control facilities, and aviation operations to ensure compliance with federal…
B2B Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $145,000
Manages product strategy for business-to-business solutions, focusing on enterprise customer needs, sales enablement,…
B2C Product Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $145,000
Leads product strategy for consumer-facing applications, focusing on user acquisition, engagement, retention, and…
Backend Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field · $115,000
Designs and implements server-side logic, APIs, databases, and infrastructure that power web and mobile applications at…
Backend Engineer
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering · $135,000
Designs and builds server-side applications, APIs, microservices, and database systems that power technology products…
Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer
Bachelor's in IT or Computer Science; vendor certifications (Veeam VMCE, Commvault, Zerto) · $95,000
Designs and manages enterprise backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions, ensuring business continuity…
Backup Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Manages and maintains an organization's data backup and recovery systems, ensuring data integrity, availability, and…
Ballet Dancer (Professional Company)
No formal degree (10-15 years intensive ballet training from childhood) · $48,000
Performs in a professional ballet company executing technically demanding classical and contemporary choreography,…
Battery Energy Storage Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Design, model, and optimize battery energy storage systems for utility-scale, commercial, and residential applications…
Behavioral Specialist
Master's degree · $70,000
Behavioral Specialists assess, develop, and implement behavior intervention plans for individuals with developmental…
Benefits Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Manages and administers employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing support to…
Benefits Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $112,000
Design, implement, and manage comprehensive employee benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans,…
BI Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $92,200
Analyzes complex business data to provide actionable insights, supporting strategic decision-making and improving…
BIM Manager (Real Estate)
Bachelor's in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management; BIM certifications · $95,000
Manages Building Information Modeling processes for real estate development and facilities management, coordinating 3D…
Bioenergy & Biomass Engineer
Master's Degree · $115,000
Design and optimize bioenergy systems including anaerobic digestion, biomass gasification, and biorefinery processes…
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $106,950
Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design,…
Biofuels Production Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $108,390
Manage biofuels production and plant operations. Collect and process information on plant production and performance,…
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $167,740
Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process…
Bioinformatics Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Analyze biological data using computational and statistical methods to interpret DNA, protein sequences, gene…
Bioinformatics Technicians
Bachelor's Degree · $125,770
Apply principles and methods of bioinformatics to assist scientists in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical…
Biological Technicians
Bachelor's Degree · $52,000
Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor…
Biomass Power Plant Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $108,390
Manage operations at biomass power generation facilities. Direct work activities at plant, including supervision of…
Biomedical Equipment Technicians
Associate's Degree · $84,000
Install, maintain, and repair complex medical equipment in hospitals and other healthcare settings, ensuring accurate…
Bioprocess Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Designs, develops, and optimizes processes for the production of biological products such as pharmaceuticals, food, and…
Biostatistician Assistant
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Assists biostatisticians in designing studies, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting results for medical,…
Biotech Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $106,950
Applies engineering principles to biological systems to design and create equipment, devices, computer systems, and…
Biotechnologist
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Develops and applies biological systems and organisms to create new products and technologies, advancing fields like…
Blockchain Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $145,000
Develops smart contracts and blockchain applications; works with Ethereum, Solidity, and Web3 technologies.
Blockchain Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $190,000
Develops blockchain and cryptocurrency systems; implements smart contracts and distributed ledgers.
Blockchain Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $140,910
Maintain and support distributed and decentralized blockchain-based networks or block-chain applications such as…
Brand Identity Designer
Bachelor's degree (Graphic Design/Visual Communication) · $90,000
Creates comprehensive brand identity systems including logos, color palettes, typography, brand guidelines, and visual…
Brand Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Develops and executes brand strategy to build brand equity, drive consumer preference, and achieve business objectives.…
Brand Storyteller / Narrative Designer (Marketing)
Bachelor's in Communications, English, Journalism, or Creative Writing; narrative design experience valued · $88,000
Develops and maintains the overarching brand narrative, crafting origin stories, customer journey narratives, and…
Brand Strategist
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Develops and executes comprehensive brand strategies to enhance market presence and drive customer engagement. Conducts…
Brand Strategist / Digital Brand Manager
Bachelor's degree (Marketing/Communications; MBA valued) · $88,000
Develops and manages brand strategy across digital channels, ensuring brand consistency, positioning, messaging, and…
Brand Tracking Researcher
Bachelor's in Marketing or Statistics; Master's preferred · $85,000
Designs and manages continuous brand health tracking programs measuring awareness, consideration, preference, and…
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
Bachelor's Degree · $45,680
Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other…
Broadcast Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $60,280
Investigates, researches, and presents news and current affairs content for television, radio, and online platforms.…
Broadcast News Writer
Bachelor's in Journalism or Communications · $48,000
Writes news scripts for television and radio broadcasts, converting wire stories and reporter notes into concise,…
Broadcast Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Broadcast Producers oversee the creation of television, radio, or online broadcast content. This involves managing all…
Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $86,130
Plan and direct cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties for reuse. Does not include properties…
Budget Analysts
Bachelor's Degree · $87,930
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting…
Building Performance Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Evaluates and optimizes the energy efficiency, sustainability, and overall operational performance of buildings. This…
Building Scientist
Bachelor's Degree · $98,000
A Building Scientist applies scientific principles to the design, construction, and operation of buildings, focusing on…
Business / Financial Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, Economics, Finance, or Business · $68,000
Reports on business, economics, financial markets, corporate affairs, and personal finance for news outlets, analyzing…
Business Analyst
Bachelor's in Business, IT, or related field · $88,000
Bridges business needs and technology solutions by analyzing processes, gathering requirements, and translating…
Business Continuity Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Develops, implements, and manages strategies to mitigate risks and ensure an organization's ability to continue…
Business Continuity Planners
Bachelor's Degree · $81,270
Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk…