College has never been more expensive, and the steep cost of tuition continues to rise.
As a result, choosing a major can certainly be stressful. Not only are you choosing what you want to do with the rest of your life, but you also want to make sure you’re investing in an education that will lead to prosperity and financial peace.
with that in mind, Bankrate compiled a list Among the top 20 college degrees with the highest average salaries. Below, we’ve presented the best of the best: Here are the five college degrees that offer the highest average salaries in the future.
1. Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineers are responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining electrical equipment, such as the electrical components of navigation and communication systems on cars and planes, as well as systems found on smartphones, such as digital health apps. With the increasing popularity of these devices, there is amazing potential for growth in this area. On average, people with an electrical engineering degree can expect to earn around $110,000.
2. Computer Engineering
From writing software to building computers, computer engineers are always in high demand. The average graduate with a computer engineering degree can expect an average salary of $104,000. Google co-founder Larry Page has a computer engineering degree from the University of Michigan, so as you can see, this can definitely be a fascinating subject!
3. Pharmacology and Administration
A pharmacy major can take you many places. After initial study, a person with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in pharmacy science may decide to continue their education and obtain a doctoral degree in pharmacy, or they may obtain a master’s degree in pharmacy administration.
However, you can do a lot with just a BS: You can get a job testing and researching products in the cosmetic industry or working with government organizations like the Food and Drug Administration. People with this degree earn an average salary of $100,000 per year.
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4. Chemical Engineering
Over 50% of the household products we buy on a daily basis would not exist without chemical engineers. From toys to clothing and shoes to gases, chemical engineers help develop, test, and maintain the elements that are used to make these products. They often work in the petrochemical industry or in sectors such as the sanitation, recycling or pharmaceutical industries. This is an extremely difficult degree to earn, but it can lead to an average salary of $100,000.
5. Computer Science
A computer science degree can also net you a six-figure salary. The average salary for a person with a computer science degree is $100,000. There are a variety of jobs available for computer scientists, from IT consulting to graphic design to game design.
This story was originally published by Bridget Sharkey Simplemost.com.