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No one likes to go under the knife. It can be a scary moment in a person’s life to put your faith in the hands (literally) of another person. Surgeons are called in to do, well, surgery. There are many types of surgeons and they tend to work alongside anesthesiologists and nurses to provide the best optimal care for a person while in the operating room. This is
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one reason why they receive the highest pay on the list. Average Salary: The average Surgeon Salary is $239,662, according to Payscale. For surgeons with more years of experience or working in Trauma centers, the pay may be as much as $507,000 annually. Education Level: Doctorate
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Mental Health is just as important as our physical health. Having doctors who care for our mental health can still produce a hefty salary, as does the doctors who remove tumors or give us an annual check-up. To become a Psychiatrist medical school is required, as well as a Doctorate from an accredited institution. Most
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will spend their first six to eight years in a residency before having the responsibility of prescribing medicine to patients. The workload can also be demanding. Average Salary: about $219,795 according to Payscale Education Level: Master’s or Doctorate
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One of the highest paying careers for college grads is by far becoming a Physician. Although they may not get the highest pay salary on this list, deciding to take this road will reap many financial benefits, including six-digit salaries. Generally, a physician or medical doctor has received training and earned the skills needed to take care of people.
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Schooling needed to become a licensed physician requires several years of medical school. Similar to other high-paying positions, physicians will spend many hours studying in school and working in residencies to complete a degree.. Long hours are common for a physician and can be very demanding.
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Average Salary: most earn over $208,000 per year. Specialty tracks may earn more. For example, Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OBGYNs) earn around $296,210. Education Level: Doctorate
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A nurse anesthetist is one of the highest-paying careers for college grads. A Nurse anesthetist has all sorts of responsibilities within a medical setting. Yet, the most important responsibility is helping to prepare and administer anesthetics to patients for surgery. Nurse anesthetists determine which anesthetic agents are
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available and which ones should patients receive. The right anesthetic agent is given based on the physical and psychological factors of the patient. Nurse anesthetists also monitor patients in the operating room to maintain the proper level of anesthetics and prevent injuries. The job may call them to help train and assist medical students in receiving the proper training.
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Average Salary: $195,610 according to the BLS Education Level: Doctorate
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Petroleum engineers work on designing methods and equipment for extracting both oil and gas found in reservoirs below the Earth’s surface. Skilled engineering professionals work alongside specialists and scientists in the engineering field to better understand the reservoir formations before they begin the research and development
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stage of using drilling equipment and creating plans. Annual Salary: $130,850 from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics website. Education Level: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
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The medicine field of Dentistry pertains to the health and treatment of the teeth and mouth. Dentists specialize in a wide range of areas. These areas may include dental public health, endodontics, oral and maxillofacial pathology, and orthodontics. Pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and prosthodontics are also common fields of interest.
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Dentists need about four years of dental school after the completion of the bachelor’s degree program. Additional accreditation in specialty areas is sometimes required. At the end of the program, Dentists will receive a DDS or DMD degree, allowing them to practice. Average Salary: is $142,806 according to PayScal Education Level: Doctorate
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The Business Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of both companies and businesses’ overall activities. The priorities of a business operations manager are troubleshooting problems, building up or motivating employees, and having constant communication with corporate executives.
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Those in this business operations field need to have comprehensive skills in the following areas: mathematics, detail-oriented, analytical skills, team leadership, written and verbal communication, ethics, and the ability to manage complex budgets. Managers in business operations should also have the ability to handle any stressful situations that may arise.
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Average Salary: $115,250 as reported by the BLS Education Level: Master’s degree
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A pharmacist works in drugstores or pharmacies, primarily. Some do find employment in hospitals and medical clinics as well. Pharmacists generally fill prescriptions from medical doctors and are the ones who make sure patients receive the right dose when needed and in the correct form, whether it may be pills, caplets, or liquid.
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Pharmacists must review any medications which patients may already be taking before filling any new prescriptions. To ensure no harmful drug interactions are present between medications. Average Salary: $116,211 annually according to PayScale Education Level: Doctorate
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One of the highest-paying career options once a student graduates from college is the nuclear engineering field. Nuclear engineers work extensively on research and development in creating the processes, instruments, and systems used for harnessing nuclear energy. Nuclear Engineers work among medical personnel, working
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on designing imaging devices or radiation treatments for cancer. They may also find employment in industrial fields for jobs requiring knowledge in developing nuclear power plant technology, safety measures, and protocol, including knowledge of waste control or disposal systems. Average Salary: $120,380 per year as reported by the BLS
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Education Level: Master’s or Doctorate degree
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Nowadays, it is more likely for patients to see a nurse practitioner when entering the Doctor’s office than an MD. In most cases, Nurse Practitioners (NPs) can do the same job as doctors. The knowledge and skills that NPs learn in medical school are the same as most doctors. Many receive exceptional hands-on experience. Some
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NPs have a better bedside manner, similar to a nurse would have. NPs also do not need to have supervision from an MD to do their job.
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Actuarial science is a highly specialized field of accounting, combining accounting, statistics, and business. Actuaries analyze risk for a variety of employers such as insurance companies, banks, and government agencies. The actuary must have exceptional skills and experience with computers. They quickly manage large
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data streams and recognize trends and useful information. Serving as analysts, they determine whether companies should issue an insurance policy to clients and what the premium cost should be for that policy. Insurance companies use actuaries to help maintain good financial health and manage risk when delicate situations arise.
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Average Salary: according to the BLS it is $108,350 per year Education Level: Master’s degree
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Economists are another growing field among college grads. They may work for the federal government, such as the FBI, or state and local entities of the government. Sometimes employers from research firms or international organizations hire economists. Think tanks have occasionally hired economists for jobs. An example of Think tanks may
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include The Heritage Foundation, Earth Institute, and the Council on Foreign Relations, which have used the skillset of economists in areas such as quantitative and qualitative analysis to study the production and distribution of resources, goods, and services. Average Salary: $105,630 per year, according to the BLS Education Level: Master’s degree
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Information Security Analysts will then have their work cut out for them and make them the most important people a company or business should have. Information Security Analysts are the ones who keep vital information and business networks protected from these cybercrimes. Entry-level positions may require a BS in
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Information Security. However, some employers may prefer an advanced degree such as a master’s degree in cybersecurity. Average Salary: $99,730 per year, according to the BLS Education Level: Bachelor’s or Master’s
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Becoming a veterinarian is a dream job for many children as they grow up. Kids love having a pet to care for, yet there is some hard work involved. Vets care for all types of animals. Yes, household pets, for sure; however, they also care for zoo animals, farm livestock, and endangered species in captivity. Vets need to keep the food supply
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available and ready when needed. Doing so will prevent the overpopulation of stray animals, including researching how climate change may impact wildlife.
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A frequent statement many people say is, “there are just too many lawyers.” Yet, people tend to forget how critical their service is to the average person. Lawyers help in almost every aspect of an individual’s life, whether business-related, a government issue and entertainment problem, or a healthcare concern.
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A lawyer’s job consists of protecting the accused from injustice, keeping businesses providing accurate information, and helping families manage assets during life transitions. They also provide legal counsel when someone is wrongfully accused of something. Average Salary: $88,143 per year according to PayScale Education Level: Juris Doctor
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degree which is a terminal degree and equivalent to a doctorate