Select an Education Level:

Find careers that typically require the following education levels.

No formal educational credential

This category signifies that a formal credential issued by an educational institution, such as a high school diploma or postsecondary certificate, is not typically needed for entry into the occupation.

High school diploma or equivalent

This category indicates the completion of high school or an equivalent program resulting in the award of a high school diploma or an equivalent, such as the General Education Development (GED) credential.

Some college, no degree

This category signifies the achievement of a high school diploma or equivalent plus the completion of one or more postsecondary courses that did not result in a degree or award.

Postsecondary nondegree award

These programs lead to a certificate or other award, but not a degree. The certificate is awarded by the educational institution and is the result of completing formal postsecondary schooling.

Associate degree

Completion of this degree usually requires at least two years but not more than four years of full-time academic study beyond high school.

Bachelor's degree

Completion of this degree generally requires at least four years, but not more than five years, of full-time academic study beyond high school.

Master's degree

Completion of this degree usually requires one or two years of full-time academic study beyond a bachelor's degree.

Doctoral or professional degree

Completion of a doctoral degree or professional degree usually requires at least three years of full-time academic work beyond a bachelor's degree.