Business Programs - A Bachelor's degree in business is probably the most versatile degree. The doors of possibility open up tremendously with a degree in Business. If you're a natural leader, love to work with a team, good at organization, and skilled at math and computers - then a Business Degree is the way to go for you. Business majors can expect a balanced and broad education that focuses on more than business-related courses. As a freshman and sophomore, you will take mostly pre-requisite courses including: calculus, economics, computers, psychology and/or sociology, writing, oral and written communications, statistics and accounting. Your major requirement classes generally start at your junior year, and include a set of core courses in areas such as finance, management and organizational behavior, marketing, and operations management. The rest of your junior and senior year courses will focus on your specific business major (i.e. accounting, finance, or management). You'll also begin learning how to solve real-life business problems.

Majoring in Business gets you ready to work in a variety of settings including government, business, and non-profit. Most students who graduate with a business degree have no trouble find a job in these positions:

• Assistant Product Manager
• Market Researcher
• Public Relations Representative
• Entry-level Manager
• Human Resources Specialist
• Financial Analyst
• Systems Analyst
• Securities Salesperson

With these career choices, you need to also think about your interests, skills, and preferences. Real-world experience, such as internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer positions during your college years can help you decide what type of work setting and industries are most interesting. Some colleges can place you in internships, in which business majors may earn academic credit while getting real-world business experience.

Criminal Justice Programs - A Degree in Criminal Justice will prepare you for an entry-level placement in law enforcement, probation, corrections, security services, immigration, homeland security, crime scene investigation and more. Programs provide a deep understanding of the criminal justice system in the United States of America and a fundamental knowledge of the social and behavioral sciences. Criminal justice professionals work to withhold justice and peace within the area in which they live. As far as a specific job, there are many within this field. However, Criminal Justice graduates work in the police force, in courts, or in jails and prisons. This field is not to be confused with the field of Criminology, which is the scientific investigation of crime. In Criminal Justice, professionals approach crime and injustice through a detailed approach, to make sure the law is used correctly for prosecution of criminals. Majoring in Criminal Justice gets you ready to work in a variety of settings. Most graduates with a Criminal Justice degree have no trouble finding a position in the following careers:

• Police Officer
• Law Office Assistant
• Social Work Assistant
• Probation Officer
• Parole Officer
• Corrections Official

The levels of work available in this field vary widely and so do their salaries. A law enforcement officer (or a police officer) makes between $37,600 and $53,300 depending on location, with an average yearly salary of $45,000. A police sergeant makes an average of $57,700 a year, with a range between $50,700 and $64,500. Police chiefs make between $81,500 and $91,600. Social workers make anywhere between $37,000 and $44,900 a year. This is not a complete list of positions available in the field, but this gives you a ballpark figure of what you could make.

Automotive Programs - If you like working with your hands and enjoy "tinkering" with cars and want to learn professional-level auto repair techniques - the automotive industry is where you belong. You'll learn in-depth training and you'll learn the fundamentals of automobile components and how they work, system by system and bumper to bumper. Demand for trained, skilled auto experts is very high. And so is the pay! Take a look at our list of advantages of an auto tech school for more information! Also, take a look at our ASE Certification Information page.

Design Programs - Design is a creative playground involving professionals from many sorts of careers. Graphic Designers, Chefs, Architects, Interior Designers, Painters, and Fashion Designers are all included in the area of design expertise. Professionals who succeed in the field of design are usually talented in their respective field and have some applicable education or training that helps apply their talent to world of design. There are a myriad of opportunities in this field for those with talent and perseverance. The field of design is highly competitive, yet those who know how to market their talents get the jobs.

Some examples of design fields are: 3D animation and multimedia, computer aided design, film and television, fashion and merchandising, interior design, graphic design, advertising, video game design, and web design. There are many more sub-categories of the design field but these give you an idea of the major ones. Many highly creative people find their own niche and become very successful. The secret to thriving in the field of design is originality. If you create original ideas, etc., you'll find much success in design.

Education Programs - Education is a field that offers many opportunities to try out different roles. Teachers can focus on early, middle, or secondary aged students, or move into administrative roles. There is also the option to specialize in creating teacher material, teach adults, or become trained as an administration specialist - like a principal of a school. All of us have had teachers in our lives, so it is not a complete mystery what a teacher does. What you probably didn't know is that teachers are required to wear many hats to do their job. This is a profession that requires a myriad of skills, including patiently working with children, having strong communication skills, being organized, and being able to influence, motivate, and train others.

A good teacher is someone who not only teaches skills, but also teaches people how to become real world citizens. A teacher working in the elementary levels (usually grades K-6) will teach all subjects at a very basic level. Beyond elementary school teachers are secondary school teachers who usually teach the subject they majored in during college. Even beyond the secondary level are teachers who work in higher education, such as community colleges, vocational schools and universities.

The salary for someone going into education can vary quite a bit - depending on how much education and working experience they have. If you go into education with a passion for leadership - it can be profitable. Leadership positions, such as principals or superintendents, make between $75,000 and $200,000 dollars a year. A teacher generally starts out making $26,000 and with experience can increase their salary over the years to around $70,000 a year. This highly depends on where you live.

Engineering Programs - There are many different types of engineers, all of which have a different area of expertise. The fields of engineering (but are not limited to) are: Technology Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Automotive Engineering. Things need to be designed and created - this is what engineers do. Basically, engineers are problem-solvers. They put scientific knowledge to practical use and apply the science and math necessary to solve problems creatively. There are many different types of engineers, all of which have a different specialty and working environment. Some work in labs, industrial plants, or construction sites where they solve on-site problems. Others work in an office most of the time, and a few travel to plants or construction sites. For the person who likes to figure out how things work, and likes to find out ways to make things work better, engineering could be the field for you.

The fields within the vast term of engineering all vary in salary, but the very broad range of annual salaries is between $37,000 and $120,000. The level of education an engineer has, the sub-field they're trained in, and the experience they have are the main determining factors in the salaries.

Health Care Programs - There are many degrees that qualify an individual for a career in the health care industry. The fields within this industry include: Nursing, Management, Technicial Work , and Pharmacy Work. As the number of people depending on healthcare increases, so does the need for more Health Care workers. Almost every type of Health Care worker is in high demand. The job market outlook for health care professionals is well above the national average, with projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showing a 29% increase in the job market between 2002 and 2012. According to 2004 estimates from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, health care managers earn an average annual salary of $75,140.

Heath care management professionals must care for patients both physically and emotionally. A well-run hospital or health care organization will provide quality care and a safe environment for patients. Health care managers who work in high-level positions usually have advanced degrees and are skilled in areas ranging from finance to community relations. Education ranges for Health Care Managers range from a certification to Ph.D. level. Earning a Master's degree or Ph.D. in the field can help many lower-level health care workers advance in their field and earn higher salaries.

Information Technology Programs - The fields of Information Technology and Computer Science are definitely in high demand. Professionals in this field are able to be part of the ever-changing technology industry. Whether you choose Programming, Troubleshooting, or physically repairing computers and electronic devices, Computer Science is rapidly becoming a household-demanded service and a business standard for successful corporations and advancement. Career-specific training in Computer Science and IT will basically guarantee strong employment opportunities. As more and more companies have the need for custom software and custom computer networks - the need for IT specialists is higher than ever.

There are many different areas of study in this field, each with its own wide salary range. Approximate salaries for Computer Systems Analysts range from $40,000 to $93,000. Computer and Information specialists earn between $42,000 and $121,700 a year. Computer systems designers have an average salary of $78,730 a year.

Legal/Paralegal Programs - Paralegals assist lawyers (attorneys) in a wide variety of key tasks. They help lawyers prepare for hearings, closings, trials and meetings. Paralegals investigate cases, research legal precedents, obtain affidavits, and help prepare documents and presentations for court cases. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a bright future for paralegals. Employment is projected to grow much faster, as employers try to reduce costs by hiring paralegals to perform tasks usually done by lawyers. Most entrants have an Associate Degree in paralegal studies, or a bachelor's degree and a certificate in paralegal studies. About 7 out of 10 work for law firms - others work for corporate legal departments as well as the government.