Graduate Degrees in High Demand Fields

Graduate Degrees in High Demand Fields According to the U. S. Census Bureau, the median annual earnings of individuals with a professional or graduate degree was $63,174 in 2008 – $15,321 more than those who held a bachelor’s degree and a whopping $35,726... More

Graduate Degrees in High Demand Fields According to the U. S. Census Bureau, the median annual earnings of individuals with a professional or graduate degree was $63,174 in 2008 – $15,321 more than those who held a bachelor’s degree and a whopping $35,726 more than high school graduates. But a fat paycheck is not the only reason people choose to pursue graduate degrees. For many, a master’s degree fulfills one or more of the following goals: • It helps them get a competitive edge over their rivals in the job market. • It helps them gain expertise in and deeper understanding of a field. • It helps them switch careers by training them in a new field. • It helps them increase their value by enhancing their skills. • It helps them advance in certain careers that require master’s degrees for growth. • It helps them quench their thirst for knowledge. • It helps them command the respect of their family, friends, co-workers, and employers. While a lot of students go straight from und Less