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51.1002 Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to work with pathologists to detect changes in body cells that may indicate, and permit diagnosis of, the early development of cancers and other diseases. Includes instruction in biochemistry, microbiology, applied mathematics, microscopy, slide preparation, identification of cellular structures and abnormalities, and laboratory procedures and safety.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-2011	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1505 Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of marriage and family therapy, involving the diagnosis of cognitive, affective, and behavioral domain disorders, both mental and emotional, within the context of marriage and family systems and the application of short- and long-term therapeutic strategies in family group contexts. Includes instruction in psychotherapy, family systems and studies, small group intervention and therapy, marital problems, depression, identification of psychopathologies and behavioral disorders, holistic health care, practice management, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
21-1013	Marriage and Family Therapists	$72,720	N/A	N/A
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)

51.2301 Art Therapy/Therapist. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals, in consultation with other rehabilitation team members or in private practice, to use drawing and other art media forms to assess, treat, and rehabilitate individuals with mental, emotional, developmental, or physical disorders. Includes instruction in art, history and theory of art therapy, art therapeutic techniques, psychopathology, patient assessment and diagnosis, cultural diversity issues, legal and ethical practice issues, and professional standards and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1129	Therapists, All Other	$73,800	$56,510	-$17,290 (-23.4%)

51.2306 Occupational Therapy/Therapist. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to assist patients limited by physical, cognitive, psychosocial, mental, developmental, and learning disabilities, as well as adverse environmental conditions, to maximize their independence and maintain optimum health through a planned mix of acquired skills, performance motivation, environmental adaptations, assistive technologies, and physical agents. Includes instruction in the basic medical sciences, psychology, sociology, patient assessment and evaluation, standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements, assistive and rehabilitative technologies, ergonomics, environmental health, special education, vocational counseling, health education and promotion, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1122	Occupational Therapists	$98,240	$88,230	-$10,010 (-10.2%)

51.3203 Nursing Education. (Cert<1y, BSc)

A program that prepares registered nurses to teach in academic and clinical settings, including staff development. Includes instruction in advanced nursing practice, nursing role development, curriculum and instruction, program and course design, clinical instruction, and evaluation of learning.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$137,300	+$12,850 (+10.3%)
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)

51.3801 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)

51.3802 Nursing Administration. (BSc, MSc, Spec)

A program that prepares registered nurses to manage nursing personnel and services in hospitals and other health care delivery agencies. Includes instruction in principles of health care administration, resource and financial management, health care law and policy, medical personnel management, and managed care operations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$141,530	+$9,530 (+7.2%)

51.3805 Family Practice Nurse/Nursing. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to provide independent general care for family groups and individuals in the context of family living. Includes instruction in family theory and intervention, role synthesis, family primary care, nursing practice and health care policy, holistic practice, pediatric practice, gerontological practice, health assessment, clinical pharmacotherapeutics, clinical techniques, and pathopsychology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$141,530	+$9,530 (+7.2%)

51.3810 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to promote mental health and provide nursing care to patients with mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, in mental institutions or other settings. Includes instruction in psychopathology, behavioral health, counseling and intervention strategies, psychoeducation, mental health assessment and dual diagnosis, stabilization and management of psychotic illness, psychiatric care and rehabilitation, substance abuse, and crisis intervention.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$141,530	+$9,530 (+7.2%)

51.3813 Clinical Nurse Specialist. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to deliver direct patient and client care in clinical settings. Includes instruction in clinical pharmacotherapeutics, advanced clinical practice, holistic nursing, nursing practice and health care policy, administration and consultation services, health assessment, patient stabilization and care, and patient education.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$141,530	+$9,530 (+7.2%)

51.3820 Clinical Nurse Leader. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses for careers as clinical nurse leaders in which they work as part of an interdisciplinary team that provides direct medical care for patients based on evidence-based practice and research. Includes instruction in pharmacology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, research in nursing methods, advanced health assessment, statistics, and clinical practice management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$141,530	+$9,530 (+7.2%)

51.3821 Geriatric Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to provide health care to aging and elderly patients. Includes instruction in geriatric primary care, geriatric diagnosis, mental health and aging, primary care management, geriatric acute and chronic illness, advanced nursing practices for geriatric patients, evidence-based nursing practice, advanced physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$109,310	+$22,220 (+25.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$94,140	-$4,290 (-4.4%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$141,530	+$9,530 (+7.2%)

13.0101 Education, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching, the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and the social foundations of education.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-9042	Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.0201 Bilingual and Multilingual Education. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to bilingual/bicultural children or adults, and/or the design and implementation of educational programs having the goal of producing bilingual/bicultural individuals. Includes preparation to serve as teachers and administrators in bilingual/bicultural education programs.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$31,960	-$9,490 (-22.9%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$57,710	-$9,310 (-13.9%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$54,970	-$14,820 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$68,470	+$3,810 (+5.9%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$55,670	-$15,940 (-22.3%)

13.0299 Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education, Other. (AltPostMSc)

Any instructional program in bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural Education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$68,470	+$3,810 (+5.9%)

13.0401 Educational Leadership and Administration, General. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$51,230	-$11,410 (-18.2%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$105,520	-$7,840 (-6.9%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$137,300	+$12,850 (+10.3%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$97,420	-$2,040 (-2.1%)

13.0402 Administration of Special Education. (Cert<1y, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to plan, supervise, and manage programs for exceptional students and their parents. Includes instruction in special education theory and practice, special education program development, evaluation and assessment in special education, state and federal law and regulations, managing individual education plans, problems of low- and high- disability students, mainstreaming, special education curricula, staff management, parent education, communications and community relations, budgeting, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$97,420	-$2,040 (-2.1%)

13.0404 Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision. (Cert<1y)

A program that prepares individuals to supervise instructional and support personnel at the school building, facility or staff level. Includes instruction in the principles of staffing and organization, the supervision of learning activities, personnel relations, administrative duties related to departmental or unit management, and specific applications to various educational settings and curricula.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$51,230	-$11,410 (-18.2%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$105,520	-$7,840 (-6.9%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$137,300	+$12,850 (+10.3%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$97,420	-$2,040 (-2.1%)

13.0406 Higher Education/Higher Education Administration. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the principles and practice of administration in four-year colleges, universities and higher education systems, the study of higher education as an object of applied research, and which may prepare individuals to function as administrators in such settings. Includes instruction in higher education economics and finance; policy and planning studies; curriculum; faculty and labor relations; higher education law; college student services; research on higher education; institutional research; marketing and promotion; and issues of evaluation, accountability and philosophy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$137,300	+$12,850 (+10.3%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$97,420	-$2,040 (-2.1%)

13.0411 Superintendency and Educational System Administration. (Cert<1y, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on leading and managing multi-school educational systems and school districts and prepares individuals to serve as systems administrators and district superintendents. Includes instruction in educational administration; education of students at various levels; system planning and budgeting; educational policy; educational law and regulations; public relations; professional standards and ethics; and applications to specific issues, cultural context, and geographic locales.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$51,230	-$11,410 (-18.2%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$105,520	-$7,840 (-6.9%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$97,420	-$2,040 (-2.1%)

13.0499 Educational Administration and Supervision, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in education administration and supervision not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$97,420	-$2,040 (-2.1%)

13.0501 Educational/Instructional Technology. (Cert<1y, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on integrating technology into educational curricula. Includes instruction in foundations of educational technology, computer applications, utilizing technology for assessment, multimedia instruction, web-based instruction, distance education, and designing and producing educational software and materials.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$67,830	-$5,930 (-8%)
25-4022	Librarians and Media Collections Specialists	$69,180	$57,000	-$12,180 (-17.6%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$85,400	+$7,800 (+10.1%)

13.1001 Special Education and Teaching, General. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers in a collaborative or team environment. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$63,170	-$9,440 (-13%)
25-2055	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2056	Special Education Teachers, Elementary School	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2057	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$72,310	$56,950	-$15,360 (-21.2%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$61,890	-$12,720 (-17%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$67,470	-$6,710 (-9%)
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1011 Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with specific learning disabilities which adversely affect their educational performance and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with specific learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising students with specific learning disabilities, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$63,170	-$9,440 (-13%)
25-2055	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2056	Special Education Teachers, Elementary School	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2057	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$72,310	$56,950	-$15,360 (-21.2%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$61,890	-$12,720 (-17%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$67,470	-$6,710 (-9%)

13.1015 Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to infant and pre-school age children with special learning needs or disabilities, and that prepares individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$63,170	-$9,440 (-13%)

13.1202 Elementary Education and Teaching. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$54,970	-$14,820 (-21.2%)

13.1205 Secondary Education and Teaching. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1206 Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. (Cert<1y)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students at more than one educational level, such as a combined program in elementary/secondary, early childhood/elementary, elementary/middle school, or junior high/high school teacher education.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$31,960	-$9,490 (-22.9%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$57,710	-$9,310 (-13.9%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$54,970	-$14,820 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1302 Art Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach art and art appreciation programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1303 Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach vocational business, innovation, and entrepreneurship programs at various educational levels. Includes instruction in business administration, business development, finance, idea generation, investing, logistics, management, and marketing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$95,780	+$27,070 (+39.4%)
25-2023	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$68,690	$71,350	+$2,660 (+3.9%)
25-2032	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$70,550	$61,570	-$8,980 (-12.7%)

13.1305 English/Language Arts Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach English grammar, composition and literature programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1123	English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,400	$69,020	-$21,380 (-23.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1306 Foreign Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach foreign languages programs at various educational levels, other than French, German or Spanish.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$73,240	-$14,430 (-16.5%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1311 Mathematics Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach mathematics programs at various educational levels.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$68,440	-$24,440 (-26.3%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1312 Music Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1315 Reading Teacher Education. (Cert<1y)

A program that prepares individuals to diagnose reading difficulties and to teach reading programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1316 Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach general science programs, or a combination of the biological and physical science subject matter areas, at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$106,270	+$8,480 (+8.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
25-1043	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	$96,030	-$7,750 (-7.5%)
25-1051	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$112,950	$112,720	-$230 (-0.2%)
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$100,140	-$2,890 (-2.8%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$84,860	-$15,500 (-15.4%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$115,390	+$9,930 (+9.4%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1318 Social Studies Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach general social studies programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1321 Computer Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach computer education programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$85,060	-$20,770 (-19.6%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1322 Biology Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach biology programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1323 Chemistry Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach chemistry programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$100,140	-$2,890 (-2.8%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1324 Drama and Dance Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach drama and/or dance programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1325 French Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach French language programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$73,240	-$14,430 (-16.5%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1330 Spanish Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach Spanish language programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$73,240	-$14,430 (-16.5%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

13.1401 Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor. (Cert<1y, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the principles and practice of teaching English to students who are not proficient in English or who do not speak, read or write English, and that may prepare individuals to function as teachers and administrators in such programs.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$31,960	-$9,490 (-22.9%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$57,710	-$9,310 (-13.9%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$54,970	-$14,820 (-21.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,270	-$8,770 (-12.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$68,470	+$3,810 (+5.9%)

13.1501 Teacher Assistant/Aide. (Cert<1y)

A program that prepares individuals to assist a teacher in regular classroom settings or in providing instruction and supervision to special student populations, such as bilingual/bicultural students, special education students, adult learners, and students learning English. Includes instruction in techniques of general classroom supervision, maintaining order, assisting with lessons and carrying out related assignments.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-9042	Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9049	Teaching Assistants, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.9999 Education, Other. (Cert<1y, Assoc, Cert2y+, AltPostMSc)

Any instructional program in education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,830	-$16,670 (-21.2%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$55,670	-$15,940 (-22.3%)

52.0101 Business/Commerce, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and nonprofit public and private institutions and agencies. The programs may prepare individuals to apply business principles and techniques in various occupational settings.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$194,810	-$68,120 (-25.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$126,880	-$6,240 (-4.7%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$134,990	-$25,940 (-16.1%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$116,370	-$9,660 (-7.7%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$97,710	-$16,810 (-14.7%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$120,940	-$8,240 (-6.4%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$111,460	-$4,550 (-3.9%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$112,710	-$6,950 (-5.8%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$102,650	+$15,590 (+17.9%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$82,160	-$3,940 (-4.6%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$72,350	+$1,730 (+2.4%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$70,860	-$12,300 (-14.8%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$88,280	-$19,820 (-18.3%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$89,950	-$24,760 (-21.6%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.0201 Business Administration and Management, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$194,810	-$68,120 (-25.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$126,880	-$6,240 (-4.7%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$134,990	-$25,940 (-16.1%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$116,370	-$9,660 (-7.7%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$97,710	-$16,810 (-14.7%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$120,940	-$8,240 (-6.4%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$111,460	-$4,550 (-3.9%)
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$175,770	+$19,540 (+12.5%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$134,670	-$25,810 (-16.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$123,670	-$16,920 (-12%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$112,710	-$6,950 (-5.8%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$102,650	+$15,590 (+17.9%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$82,160	-$3,940 (-4.6%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$72,350	+$1,730 (+2.4%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$70,860	-$12,300 (-14.8%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$72,240	-$7,490 (-9.4%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$78,830	-$8,770 (-10%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$88,280	-$19,820 (-18.3%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$89,950	-$24,760 (-21.6%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$70,920	-$12,000 (-14.5%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$74,820	-$17,560 (-19%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.0213 Organizational Leadership. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on leadership skills that can be applied to a business, government, non-profit, or educational setting. Includes instruction in organizational planning, dynamics of leadership, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication and other management skills.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$147,360	+$10,070 (+7.3%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$134,670	-$25,810 (-16.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$123,670	-$16,920 (-12%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$89,950	-$24,760 (-21.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.0299 Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other. (GradCert)

Any instructional program in business and administration not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

52.0301 Accounting. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$80,980	-$12,540 (-13.4%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$83,300	-$10,620 (-11.3%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$78,410	-$19,630 (-20%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,080	-$25,850 (-21.6%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$85,920	-$17,730 (-17.1%)
13-2081	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$67,570	$80,840	+$13,270 (+19.6%)
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$43,740	-$15,120 (-25.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.0305 Accounting and Business/Management. (PostBacCert)

An integrated or combined program in accounting and business administration/management that prepares individuals to function as accountants and business managers.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$138,080	-$42,390 (-23.5%)
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$80,980	-$12,540 (-13.4%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$85,160	-$31,330 (-26.9%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,080	-$25,850 (-21.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.1003 Organizational Behavior Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the behavior and motivations of individuals functioning in organized groups, and its application to business and industrial settings. Includes instruction in organization theory, industrial and organizational psychology, social psychology, sociology of organizations, reinforcement and incentive theory, employee relations strategies, organizational power and influence, organization stratification and hierarchy, leadership styles, and applications of operations research and other methodologies to organizational analysis.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$175,770	+$19,540 (+12.5%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$134,670	-$25,810 (-16.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$123,670	-$16,920 (-12%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$72,240	-$7,490 (-9.4%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.1006 Executive/Career Coaching. (PostBacCert)

A program of study that focuses on assisting individuals achieve career goals or assisting business leaders achieve organizational change. Includes instruction in executive coaching, group dynamics, leadership, management, organizational behavior, organizational communication, and team building.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$134,670	-$25,810 (-16.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$123,670	-$16,920 (-12%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$72,240	-$7,490 (-9.4%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$67,830	-$5,930 (-8%)
21-1012	Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors	$71,520	$63,190	-$8,330 (-11.6%)
21-1019	Counselors, All Other	$58,070	$84,570	+$26,500 (+45.6%)

52.1201 Management Information Systems, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally prepares individuals to provide and manage data systems and related facilities for processing and retrieving internal business information; select systems and train personnel; and respond to external data requests. Includes instruction in cost and accounting information systems, management control systems, personnel information systems, data storage and security, business systems networking, report preparation, computer facilities and equipment operation and maintenance, operator supervision and training, and management information systems policy and planning.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$138,320	-$49,670 (-26.4%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$141,200	-$1,420 (-1%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$96,230	-$7,410 (-7.1%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$85,060	-$20,770 (-19.6%)

52.1399 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in business quantitative methods and management science not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

26.0101 Biology/Biological Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	N/A	N/A
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$38,230	-$11,450 (-23%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$53,760	-$640 (-1.2%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
19-4092	Forensic Science Technicians	$75,260	$69,400	-$5,860 (-7.8%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

26.0102 Biomedical Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

A general, program that focuses on the integrative scientific study of biological issues related to health and medicine, or a program in one or more of the biomedical sciences that is undifferentiated as to title. Includes instruction in any of the basic medical sciences at the research level; biological science research in biomedical faculties; and general studies encompassing a variety of the biomedical disciplines.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.1501 Neuroscience. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the interdisciplinary scientific study of the molecular, structural, physiologic, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of the brain and nervous system. Includes instruction in molecular and cellular neuroscience, brain science, anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system, molecular and biochemical bases of information processing, behavioral neuroscience, biology of neuropsychiatric disorders, and applications to the clinical sciences and biomedical engineering.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

42.0101 Psychology, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3032	Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	$134,400	N/A	N/A
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$106,000	-$850 (-0.8%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$117,250	+$5,910 (+5.3%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$55,210	-$8,350 (-13.1%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)

19.0799 Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in human development, family studies, and related services not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

45.0101 Social Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$93,830	-$12,610 (-11.8%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$55,210	-$8,350 (-13.1%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$75,540	-$17,410 (-18.7%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

45.0601 Economics, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$76,320	-$54,590 (-41.7%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$86,920	+$13,450 (+18.3%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$55,210	-$8,350 (-13.1%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$131,390	-$1,750 (-1.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

45.0901 International Relations and Affairs. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of international politics and institutions, and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Includes instruction in international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, international law and organization, the comparative study of specific countries and regions, and the theory and practice of diplomacy.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	N/A	N/A
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$121,010	+$15,850 (+15.1%)

45.1001 Political Science and Government, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government and politics of specific countries, and studies of specific political institutions and processes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	N/A	N/A
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$55,210	-$8,350 (-13.1%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$121,010	+$15,850 (+15.1%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)

45.1101 Sociology, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$95,130	-$16,540 (-14.8%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$55,210	-$8,350 (-13.1%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$119,870	+$22,600 (+23.2%)

50.0409 Graphic Design. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic and computer techniques to the interpretation of technical and commercial concepts. Includes instruction in computer-assisted art and design, printmaking, concepts sketching, technical drawing, color theory, imaging, studio technique, still and life modeling, multimedia applications, communication skills and commercial art business operations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$82,730	-$28,720 (-25.8%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
27-1011	Art Directors	$128,100	$95,540	-$32,560 (-25.4%)
27-1014	Special Effects Artists and Animators	$110,110	$66,450	-$43,660 (-39.7%)
27-1019	Artists and Related Workers, All Other	$79,490	$51,410	-$28,080 (-35.3%)
27-1024	Graphic Designers	$68,610	$56,900	-$11,710 (-17.1%)

50.0501 Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
27-2011	Actors	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-2012	Producers and Directors	$114,280	$61,290	-$52,990 (-46.4%)
27-2099	Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0701 Art/Art Studies, General. (Cert2y+, AltPostMSc)

A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of the visual arts. Includes instruction in art, photography, and other visual communications media.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)
27-1012	Craft Artists	$45,340	$46,750	+$1,410 (+3.1%)
27-1013	Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators	$76,450	$59,500	-$16,950 (-22.2%)
27-4021	Photographers	$55,650	$43,020	-$12,630 (-22.7%)

50.0901 Music, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,180	-$13,520 (-18.3%)
27-2042	Musicians and Singers	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0913 Music Technology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the creative aspects of the blending of music and technology; and that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the composition, recording, synthesis, and performance of music; audio-visual production; scoring for film and multimedia; and software and multimedia development. Includes instruction in music theory, music history, composition, acoustics, recording technology, computer composition, electronic music synthesis, technology-based performance, 3D sound and spatial audio, and music business and law.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$79,720	-$4,510 (-5.4%)
27-2091	Disc Jockeys, Except Radio	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-4014	Sound Engineering Technicians	$79,280	$56,710	-$22,570 (-28.5%)

50.1003 Music Management. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to organize and manage music organizations, operations, facilities, and personnel. Includes instruction in business and financial management; marketing and fundraising; personnel management and labor relations; event promotion and management; music products merchandising; artist agency and promotion; music law; and applications to specific activities such as managing theaters, recording studios and companies, bands and other ensembles, individual artists, and music organizations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$58,680	-$43,560 (-42.6%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$79,720	-$4,510 (-5.4%)

30.1101 Gerontology. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that focuses on the human aging process and aged human populations, using the knowledge and methodologies of the social sciences, psychology and the biological and health sciences.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$93,830	-$12,610 (-11.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
25-1113	Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,880	$79,670	-$2,210 (-2.7%)

30.1801 Natural Sciences. (Cert2y+)

A program with a combined or undifferentiated focus on one or more of the physical and biological sciences.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	N/A	N/A
19-2099	Physical Scientists, All Other	$123,070	$105,650	-$17,420 (-14.2%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)

30.3301 Sustainability Studies. (Cert<1y, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the concept of sustainability from an interdisciplinary perspective. Includes instruction in sustainable development, environmental policies, ethics, ecology, landscape architecture, city and regional planning, economics, natural resources, sociology, and anthropology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$71,750	-$2,560 (-3.4%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$79,440	-$9,200 (-10.4%)
19-3051	Urban and Regional Planners	$89,730	$84,340	-$5,390 (-6%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$93,830	-$12,610 (-11.8%)
19-4042	Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health	$56,770	$52,570	-$4,200 (-7.4%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$84,860	-$15,500 (-15.4%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)

30.5301 Thanatology. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program of study that focuses on the biological, philosophical, psychological, sociological, and theological aspects of death, dying, and bereavement. Includes instruction in counseling, ethics, grief, palliative and hospice care, philosophy, thanatology, and theology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$82,160	-$3,940 (-4.6%)
21-1019	Counselors, All Other	$58,070	$84,570	+$26,500 (+45.6%)
21-1022	Healthcare Social Workers	$72,030	$61,900	-$10,130 (-14.1%)
21-2021	Directors, Religious Activities and Education	$65,040	$40,020	-$25,020 (-38.5%)
21-2099	Religious Workers, All Other	$49,830	N/A	N/A
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)
39-4031	Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers	$56,340	$57,670	+$1,330 (+2.4%)

30.7001 Data Science, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the analysis of large scale data sources from the interdisciplinary perspectives of applied statistics, computer science, data storage, data representation, data modeling, mathematics, and statistics. Includes instruction in computer algorithms, computer programming, data management, data mining, information policy, information retrieval, mathematical modeling, quantitative analysis, statistics, trend spotting, and visual analytics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$138,320	-$49,670 (-26.4%)
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$171,150	+$18,840 (+12.4%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$141,200	-$1,420 (-1%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$102,130	-$42,440 (-29.4%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$92,940	-$19,390 (-17.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$117,450	-$7,140 (-5.7%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)

30.9999 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in multi/interdisciplinary studies not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

09.0100 Communication and Media Studies. (Cert2y+)

Instructional content for this group of programs is defined in codes 09.0100 - 09.0199.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$129,490	-$34,030 (-20.8%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$147,360	+$10,070 (+7.3%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$73,770	+$640 (+0.9%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$63,280	-$16,830 (-21%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$42,780	-$63,250 (-59.7%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$63,910	-$16,400 (-20.4%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$54,310	-$31,390 (-36.6%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$60,070	-$25,710 (-30%)

09.0900 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. (AltPostMSc)

Instructional content for this group of programs is defined in codes 09.0900 - 09.0999.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$146,010	-$3,260 (-2.2%)
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$129,490	-$34,030 (-20.8%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$147,360	+$10,070 (+7.3%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$73,770	+$640 (+0.9%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$63,910	-$16,400 (-20.4%)

09.0902 Public Relations/Image Management. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the theories and methods for managing the media image of a business, organization, or individual and the communication process with stakeholders, constituencies, audiences, and the general public; and that prepares individuals to function as public relations assistants, technicians, and managers. Includes instruction in public relations theory; related principles of advertising, marketing, and journalism; message/image design; image management; special event management; media relations; community relations; public affairs; and internal communications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$146,010	-$3,260 (-2.2%)
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$129,490	-$34,030 (-20.8%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$147,360	+$10,070 (+7.3%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$73,770	+$640 (+0.9%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$63,910	-$16,400 (-20.4%)

09.0909 Communication Management and Strategic Communications. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the critical thinking, analysis, and practical skills essential to developing and implementing communication strategies that advance organizations goals and missions. Includes instruction in communication management, crisis communication, communications law, digital and traditional marketing strategies, media relations, social media strategies, strategic communication, traditional and emerging media, and writing for the media.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$129,490	-$34,030 (-20.8%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$147,360	+$10,070 (+7.3%)