Going to graduate school and earning your masters degree or PhD is a big decision to make after you graduate with your bachelors degree. US news and world report posted some information on having a graduate degree.

Those who finish their grad degrees also tend to earn bigger paychecks. The average worker with a college degree earns about $42,000 a year. Master’s degree recipients earn an average of $52,000. Ph.D.’s earn an average of about $71,000 a year. And those who’ve earned professional degrees such as law or medicine earn an average of about $82,000.

But since grad courses can be expensive, and most students have to borrow to pay at least some of their tuition, it would be foolish not to at least consider the financial costs against the financial benefits.

So before you commit to a program, or an education loan, check out:

* What salaries people in your intended field are earning.
* What your monthly payments will be on your student loans.
* How quickly graduates from your school got jobs.
* What salaries graduates from your program are earning.

The eventual payoff of your advanced degree can be worth it depending on where you live and what you plan to do. Earning a graduate degree online is also an option for students that need to work and go to school. This can allow you to finish your advanced degree while working, or taking care of your family.

Teachers are a very important part of our society. Teachers play an important role in the development of children during their formative years. The education that students acquire is key to determining the future of those students, both socially and intellectually. Earning a bachelors degree in teaching can give you the opportunity for a career where you help to educate others. US News ranks the top liberal arts schools for earning your teaching bachelors degree.
1. Pomona College
2. Swarthmore College
3. Davidson College
4. Oberlin College
5. Earlham College
6. Carleton College
7. Haverford College
8. Williams College

9. Reed College
10. College of Wooster
Students earning their online teaching degree or campus bachelors degree program learn to hey plan, evaluate, and assign lessons, and maintain classroom discipline. Teachers will … | Read the rest of this entry »

Health care is a large growth field, and in that, so is health care management. This area is the field relating to leadership, management, and administration of hospitals, and health care systems. Earning a bachelors degree in health care management will only get you started in this field, as a graduate degree is considered a standard credential for most health administrators. A master’s degree in health care management prepares you for high level jobs in areas such as hospital administration, public health systems, and private facility administration. US News has ranked the top schools for health care administration programs.
1. University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
2. University of Minnesota–Twin Cities
3. University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill
4. University of Pennsylvania (Wharton)
5. University of Washington
6. Virginia Commonwealth University
7. … | Read the rest of this entry »

Continuing your education and going to graduate school to earn your master’s degree or PhD sounds like a great idea, but how do you fund such extensive education? During tough economic times, many schools have less money to fund grad students which will lower your chances of affording school. But, if you really want to up your odds, there are some things you should know. US News offers some tips on how to get financial aid for your graduate school education.

Apply to wealthier schools. Public universities in states with stronger economies, and schools with endowments large enough or managed well enough to weather Wall Street’s collapse, have more money to hand out.
Apply early. To lock up the best Ph.D. students, … | Read the rest of this entry »

Electrical engineers design and develop electrical equipment. Mathematical principles are at the basis of engineering, and are used to help electrical engineers to develop devices such as electric motors, machinery controls, and more. Electrical engineer degree holders design the electrical systems of vehicles, radars and navigation, and aircraft. Electrical engineering degree courses cover robotics, integrated circuits, power systems, and computer hardware design. Us News has ranked to best undergraduate engineering schools that specialize in electrical, electronics, and communications.
1. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
2. Cooper Union
3. Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering
4. California Polytechnic State University–San Luis Obispo
5. Harvey Mudd College
6. Bucknell University
7. United States Air Force Academy
8. United States Naval Academy
9. Rowan University
10. United States Military … | Read the rest of this entry »

Financial cutbacks and budget crises in our public universities across the country are changing the typical admissions protocol from years back. US news and World Report talks about 5 things you might find different about the admissions process this year.
1. SATs won’t count as much. Students who get good grades but score poorly on tests will have a better shot of getting into their dream schools. College officials say more students are taking ACTs. And some college admissions officers say that high Advance Placement test scores wow them more than any other score.
2. Students will likely choose better colleges. The Department of Education will notify students of the freshman retention and graduation rates of each college to which they apply for financial aid.
3. The … | Read the rest of this entry »

Psychologists study human behavior and mental processes through observation and interpretation. Psychology degree holders work in a variety of settings based on their degree level. Some fields include metal health care in hospital or clinical settings, schools and private settings. US News has ranked the top schools for psychology degrees.
1. Stanford University
2. University of California–Berkeley
3. Harvard University
4. University of California–Los Angeles
5. University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
6. Yale University
7. University of Illinois–Urbana-Champaign
8. Princeton University
9. University of Minnesota–Twin Cities
10. University of Wisconsin–Madison
Earning your bachelors of science in psychology online, or at a campus program can prepare you for a job where you help people. The best job opportunities will be available to those who continue their education with a master’s … | Read the rest of this entry »

Jobs in the health care sector are some of the most sought after careers. With an aging population, more and more health professionals with medical degrees are needed to keep up with demand. Pharmacy is considered a growth industry by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and will see a 17 percent growth in the next 8 years. US News and world report has ranked the top schools for you to earn your pharmacy degree.
1. University of California–San Francisco
2. University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill
3. University of Minnesota
4. University of Texas–Austin
5. Ohio State University
6. University of Kentucky
7. University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
8. University of Washington
9. Purdue University
10. University of Arizona
The increasing numbers of middle-aged and elderly people who rely on prescription medication will keep … | Read the rest of this entry »

Many first year college students do not return for their second year. As many as 1 in 3 will not return for various reasons. It is in the best interest of the university to help make sure these students return to complete their bachelor’s degree program. US News has ranked national colleges according to their freshman retention rate.
1. Yale University New Haven, CT 98.8%
2. Columbia University New York, NY 98.5%
3. Stanford University Stanford, CA 98.0%
4. … | Read the rest of this entry »

Do you dream of working in the food service industry as a caterer? There are several ways you can earn a degree to become a caterer. You can get a caterer diploma, or even earn bachelors degree in culinary arts management. Here are some examples of jobs with a catering degree.
CATERING SALES MANAGER OR DIRECTOR: As a Catering Sales Manager or Director, you’ll set up and maintain client relations, create proposals, book, manage and lead events. You will also work out the logistics, and handle contracts.

CATERING COORDINATOR OR ASSISTANT: As a Catering Coordinator or Assistant, you’ll support the Catering Sales Manager or Director, booking events, handling daily administrative tasks, and assisting with guest services.
CHEF OR COOK: As a Chef or Cook, you’ll prepare … | Read the rest of this entry »