Ways into technology
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Certificates and bootcamps
Short programs teach specific skills such as coding or IT support; industry certifications are widely used in IT and security hiring.
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Associate degree in IT
A two-year degree can lead to help desk and support roles and usually transfers into a bachelor's program.
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Bachelor's in computer science or IT
The usual entry to software development and information security jobs.
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Master's degrees
Graduate degrees in computer science or cybersecurity can lead to specialist and senior roles.
Technology pay by state
Salary data · May 2025
Software Developer Salary by State
U.S. median $135,980 · pay in every state
Salary data · May 2025
Information Security Analyst Salary by State
U.S. median $129,180 · pay in every state
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