Hey guys, just trying to throw a few more options onto my college list. Can anyone chime in on which colleges' graduates tend to earn the most on average? Hoping to look at this alongside other factors in my decision-making.
Sure, happy to help! Keep in mind that how much a school's graduates earn can depend heavily on the specific major and field, more than the overall school. However, here are some schools that are often associated with high-earning graduates:
1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): Known for its strong engineering and computer science programs.
2. Stanford University: A great option for those interested in tech or entrepreneurship. Its graduates often venture into high-paying fields like computer science, or even start their own lucrative businesses.
3. Harvard University: Harvard's graduates go into a variety of high-earning fields, from finance to law to technology.
4. California Institute of Technology (Caltech): A smaller institution known for its rigorous STEM programs.
5. University of Pennsylvania (Penn): Especially for its Wharton School of Business, which is known for producing high-earning business graduates.
Remember, while these schools have a reputation for high earning graduates, attending one doesn't automatically ensure that you'll earn a high salary. On the flip side, you could attend a school with lower average earnings and still secure an excellent salary. Factors such as your industry of interest, location, level of experience, and job performance can greatly influence income.
Choosing a school that aligns with your personal preferences, rather than based on general data, is usually the best way to set yourself up for post-grad success. As you build your college list, I'd suggest using college search engines, like CollegeVine's, which allows you to filter schools based on a range of factors, including majors offered, size, location, student/faculty ratio, admissions requirements, and so on. This tool can help you build a list of schools that are sure to be a good all-around fit for you. You can access the search engine here: https://www.collegevine.com/schools/hub
Good luck with your college process!
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