Nursing
Nursing has several entry points, from short certificate programs to graduate degrees. Each step up takes more school and leads to more responsibility and higher pay.
5 paths · 4 salary guides
Healthcare
Many healthcare jobs outside nursing need only a certificate or an associate degree, and several pay well above the national median wage.
4 paths · 8 salary guides
Business
Business degrees lead to roles in accounting, human resources, management and finance, and are among the most widely offered online programs.
4 paths · 2 salary guides
Criminal Justice and Legal
Criminal justice and legal studies lead to careers in law enforcement, courts and law offices. Requirements vary by role and by state.
4 paths · 2 salary guides
Teaching and Education
Public school teachers need a bachelor's degree and a state teaching license. Some states also offer alternative routes for people who already hold a degree.
3 paths · 1 salary guide
Technology
Technology jobs are among the best paid that a bachelor's degree can lead to, and many programs are offered fully online.
4 paths · 2 salary guides
Social Work and Psychology
Social work and psychology prepare people for helping careers. Many of the jobs require a state license, and the higher-level ones require a graduate degree.
3 paths · 1 salary guide