Don’t have the time or money to get a bachelor’s degree? Don’t fret. There are plenty of high-paying jobs that only require a two-year associate’s degree or just a high school diploma.
According to the latest data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, these are the 27 highest-paying jobs that you don’t need a four-year degree to pursue. Each has a median annual salary of at least $60,000.
This is an update of a story originally written by Vivian Giang.
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27. First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers
Description: Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of mechanics, installers, and repairers.
Median annual wage (2012): $60,250
Education required: High school diploma or equivalent
Projected job openings (through 2022): 152,000
On-the-job training: None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
26. Gas plant operators
Description: Distribute or process gas for utility companies and others by controlling compressors to maintain specified pressures on main pipelines.
Median annual wage (2012): $61,140
Education required: High school diploma or equivalent
Projected job openings (through 2022): 4,700
On-the-job training: Long-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
25. Aerospace engineering and operations technicians
Description: Aerospace engineering and operations technicians operate and maintain equipment used in developing, testing, and producing new aircraft and spacecraft.
Median annual wage (2012): $61,530
Education required: Associate’s degree
Projected job openings (through 2022): 2,100
On-the-job training: None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
