George Washington University (GW) : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

51.0204 Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

An integrated program that prepares individuals to work as both audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Includes instruction in a variety of communication disorder studies, audiology, speech pathology, language acquisition, and the design and implementation of comprehensive therapeutic and rehabilitative solutions to communications problems.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-1127	Speech-Language Pathologists	$95,840	$103,700	+$7,860 (+8.2%)
29-1181	Audiologists	$95,320	$113,950	+$18,630 (+19.5%)

51.0701 Health/Health Care Administration/Management. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to develop, plan, and manage health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Includes instruction in planning, business management, financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems operation and management, health care resource allocation and policy making, health law and regulations, and applications to specific types of health care services.

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11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)

51.0719 Clinical Research Coordinator. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals for careers as clinical research administrators or clinical research coordinators where they work under the supervision of a Principal Investigator to organize, coordinate and administer clinical research trials. Includes instruction in pharmacology, medical terminology, foundations of clinical research, project management, ethics, research design and data management, and legal and regulatory compliance .

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$142,350	+$17,900 (+14.4%)
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)

51.0799 Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD, Spec)

Any instructional program in health and medical administrative services not listed above.

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31-9099	Healthcare Support Workers, All Other	$48,760	$58,360	+$9,600 (+19.7%)

51.0904 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals, under the remote supervision of physicians, to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies in prehospital settings and to supervise Ambulance personnel. Includes instruction in basic, intermediate, and advanced EMT procedures; emergency surgical procedures; medical triage; rescue operations; crisis scene management and personnel supervision; equipment operation and maintenance; patient stabilization, monitoring, and care; drug administration; identification and preliminary diagnosis of diseases and injuries; communication and computer operations; basic anatomy, physiology, pathology, and toxicology; and professional standards and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-2042	Emergency Medical Technicians	$44,790	$50,870	+$6,080 (+13.6%)
29-2043	Paramedics	$60,610	$74,860	+$14,250 (+23.5%)

51.0912 Physician Associate/Assistant. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to practice medicine, including diagnoses and treatment therapies, under the supervision of a physician. Includes instruction in the basic medical and clinical sciences and specialized preparation in fields such as family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, general surgery, psychiatry, and behavioral medicine; the delivery of health care services to homebound patients, rural populations, and underserved populations; and community health services.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-1071	Physician Assistants	$136,900	$145,860	+$8,960 (+6.5%)

51.0913 Athletic Training/Trainer. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to work in consultation with, and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. Includes instruction in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses; first aid and emergency care; therapeutic exercise; anatomy and physiology; exercise physiology; kinesiology and biomechanics; nutrition; sports psychology; personal and community health; knowledge of various sports and their biomechanical and physiological demands; and applicable professional standards and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-9091	Athletic Trainers	$63,960	$84,650	+$20,690 (+32.3%)

51.0999 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-2099	Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other	$56,370	$57,370	+$1,000 (+1.8%)

51.1001 Blood Bank Technology Specialist. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to perform routine and specialized blood testing procedures, collect and process blood donations, and support physicians and other clinicians administering transfusion therapy. Includes instruction in basic cellular biology, immunohematology, blood bank procedures, blood typing, antigen and antibody identification tests, hemolytic and transfusion responses and diseases, donor selection, blood drawing and storage, blood separation, viral marker testing, laboratory and personnel supervision, safety and sterilization, and applicable laws and regulations.

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25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-2012	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1003 Hematology Technology/Technician. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of clinical laboratory scientists and health care professionals, to perform tests and analyses of blood samples. Includes instruction in clinical laboratory procedures; blood anatomy and physiology; cellular and molecular biology; blood pathology and disease indicators; quantitative, qualitative, and coagulation testing methodologies; equipment operation and maintenance; and record-keeping.

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25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-2012	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1004 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y, Assoc)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of clinical laboratory scientists/medical technologists, to perform routine medical laboratory procedures and tests and to apply preset strategies to record and analyze data. Includes instruction in general laboratory procedures and skills; laboratory mathematics; medical computer applications; interpersonal and communications skills; and the basic principles of hematology, medical microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-2012	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1005 Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to conduct and supervise complex medical tests, clinical trials, and research experiments; manage clinical laboratories; and consult with physicians and clinical researchers on diagnoses, disease causation and spread, and research outcomes. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology, immunohematology, physiological relationships to test results, laboratory procedures and quality assurance controls, test and research design and implementation, analytic techniques, laboratory management, data development and reporting, medical informatics, and professional standards and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-2011	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1102 Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in medicine, osteopathic medicine, or podiatric medicine.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1201 Medicine. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of medicine, involving the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses, injuries, and other disorders of the human body. Includes instruction in the basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, examination and diagnosis, patient communications, medical ethics and law, professional standards, and rotations in specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics, neurology, ophthalmology, radiology, clinical pathology, anesthesiology, family medicine, and psychiatry.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
29-1211	Anesthesiologists	$336,640	$351,210	+$14,570 (+4.3%)
29-1212	Cardiologists	$432,490	$365,400	-$67,090 (-15.5%)
29-1213	Dermatologists	$347,810	$469,370	+$121,560 (+35%)
29-1214	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$320,700	$338,690	+$17,990 (+5.6%)
29-1215	Family Medicine Physicians	$256,830	$226,110	-$30,720 (-12%)
29-1216	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$262,710	$238,620	-$24,090 (-9.2%)
29-1217	Neurologists	$286,310	$309,220	+$22,910 (+8%)
29-1218	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$281,130	$285,410	+$4,280 (+1.5%)
29-1221	Pediatricians, General	$222,340	$197,520	-$24,820 (-11.2%)
29-1222	Physicians, Pathologists	$266,020	$237,290	-$28,730 (-10.8%)
29-1223	Psychiatrists	$269,120	$213,470	-$55,650 (-20.7%)
29-1224	Radiologists	$359,820	$349,940	-$9,880 (-2.7%)
29-1229	Physicians, All Other	$253,470	$209,050	-$44,420 (-17.5%)
29-1241	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$301,500	$235,480	-$66,020 (-21.9%)
29-1242	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric	$365,060	$239,200	-$125,860 (-34.5%)
29-1243	Pediatric Surgeons	$450,810	N/A	N/A
29-1249	Surgeons, All Other	$371,280	$372,210	+$930 (+0.3%)

51.1401 Medical Science/Scientist. (FPD)

An undifferentiated clinical science program that prepares clinicians to conduct clinical and translational research in various areas. Note: programs that prepare clinicians to conduct research in specific scientific fields should report under the relevant CIP code series (e.g., Series 26 Biological and Biomedical Sciences).

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$114,400	+$20,240 (+21.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)

51.1506 Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals, including but not limited to, ordained clergy and other counseling professionals to respond to the emotional and/or spiritual needs of patients and families in health care emergencies and other situations, and to consult with and counsel other health care professionals. Includes instruction in advanced interpersonal communication; individual and small group counseling; interdisciplinary teamwork; crisis management; extended care relationships; self-analysis; medical ethics; pastoral care art; spiritual dimensions of human growth and health; counseling psychology and therapy; and applications to grief, death, emotional collapse, injury, individual/family adjustment, and chronic illness situations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
21-1013	Marriage and Family Therapists	$72,720	$89,080	+$16,360 (+22.5%)
21-1014	Mental Health Counselors	N/A	N/A	N/A
21-1019	Counselors, All Other	$58,070	$99,020	+$40,950 (+70.5%)
21-2011	Clergy	$67,160	$63,190	-$3,970 (-5.9%)
21-2021	Directors, Religious Activities and Education	$65,040	$71,190	+$6,150 (+9.5%)

51.1508 Mental Health Counseling/Counselor. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to provide evaluations, referrals, and short-term counseling services to help people prevent or remediate personal problems, conflicts, and emotional crises. Includes instruction in human development, psychopathology, individual and group counseling, personality theory, career assessment, patient screening and referral, observation and testing techniques, interviewing skills, professional standards and ethics, and applicable laws and regulations.

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21-1014	Mental Health Counselors	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.2201 Public Health, General. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and evaluate public health care services; to function as public health professionals in public agencies, the private sector, and other settings; and to provide leadership in the field of public health. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventive medicine, health policy and regulations, health care services and related administrative functions, public health law enforcement, health economics and budgeting, public communications, and professional standards and ethics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$117,280	+$45,580 (+63.6%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$63,630	+$7,660 (+13.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.2202 Environmental Health. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of environmental sciences, public health, the biomedical sciences, and environmental toxicology to the study of environmental factors affecting human health, safety, and related ecological issues, and prepares individuals to function as professional environmental health specialists. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, toxicology, public policy analysis, public management, risk assessment, communications, environmental law, occupational health and safety emergency response, and applications such as air quality, food protection, radiation protection, solid and hazardous waste management, water quality, soil quality, noise abatement, housing quality, and environmental control of recreational areas.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$114,400	+$20,240 (+21.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$115,190	+$26,550 (+30%)
19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$102,350	+$13,690 (+15.4%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$68,110	+$4,310 (+6.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.2207 Public Health Education and Promotion. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of educational and communications principles and methods to the promotion of preventive health measures and the education of targeted populations on health issues, and prepares individuals to function as public health educators and health promotion specialists. Includes instruction in human development, health issues across the life span, population-specific health issues, principles and methods of public health education, administration of health education campaigns and programs, evaluation methods, public communications, and applications to specific public health subjects and issues.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$117,280	+$45,580 (+63.6%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$63,630	+$7,660 (+13.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.2208 Community Health and Preventive Medicine. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares public health specialists to plan and manage health services in local community settings, including the coordination of related support services, government agencies, and private resources. Includes instruction in public health, community health services and delivery, health behavior and cultural factors, local government operations, human services, health communication and promotion, health services administration in local settings, environmental health, preventive and comparative medicine, epidemiology, biostatistics, family and community health, and applicable law and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$63,630	+$7,660 (+13.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.2210 International Public Health/International Health. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of public health specializations, the social and behavioral sciences, and policy and communications methods to the study of health problems in low- and middle-income countries and regions, and prepares individuals to function as professional international health specialists. Includes instruction in health education and promotion, research design and evaluation, infectious disease epidemiology, international health policy and management, public nutrition and food security, information systems, program evaluation, medical anthropology, international communication, behavioral sciences, maternal and child health, demography and population policy, and health care finance and economics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$117,280	+$45,580 (+63.6%)

51.2211 Health Services Administration. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the application of policy analysis, public administration, business management, and communications to the planning and management of health services delivery systems in the public and private sectors, and prepares individuals to function as health services administrators and managers. Includes instruction in health systems planning, public health organization and management, pubic health policy formulation and analysis, finance, business and operations management, economics of health care, organizational and health communications, marketing, human resources management, and public health law and regulations.

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11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)

51.2212 Behavioral Aspects of Health. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the biological, behavioral, and socio-cultural determinants of health and health behavior, and the interventions and policies aimed at improving community and population health. Includes instruction in behavioral sciences, public health practice and policy, human services, and research methods.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$117,280	+$45,580 (+63.6%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$63,630	+$7,660 (+13.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.2299 Public Health, Other. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in public health not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.2301 Art Therapy/Therapist. (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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-1129	Therapists, All Other	$73,800	$70,210	-$3,590 (-4.9%)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-1122	Occupational Therapists	$98,240	$109,030	+$10,790 (+11%)

51.2308 Physical Therapy/Therapist. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to evaluate, examine, diagnose, and alleviate physical functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Includes instruction in anatomy, behavioral sciences, biology, biomechanics, biophysical agents, care plan development and documentation, cellular histology, clinical evaluation and measurement, clinical reasoning, communication, exercise physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, pharmacology, pathology, physiology, professional standards and ethics, rehabilitation psychology, and therapeutic exercise.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)
29-1123	Physical Therapists	$102,400	$110,760	+$8,360 (+8.2%)

51.2310 Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to counsel and assist disabled individuals and recovering patients in order to achieve their greatest physical, mental, social, educational, and vocational potential. Includes instruction in patient evaluation and testing, rehabilitation program planning, patient support services and referral, job analysis, adjustment psychology, rehabilitation services provision, patient counseling and education, applicable law and regulations, and professional standards and ethics.

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21-1015	Rehabilitation Counselors	$51,260	$51,070	-$190 (-0.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

51.3102 Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply the principles of dietetics and the biomedical and nutrition sciences to design and manage effective nutrition programs as part of clinical treatment and therapy programs, and to manage health care facility food services. Includes instruction in human nutrition, nutrient metabolism, the role of foods and nutrition in health promotion and disease prevention, nutrition as a treatment regime, planning and directing hospital food service programs, diet and nutrition analysis and planning, supervision of food storage and preparation, special diets, client education, and professional standards and regulations.

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29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$83,510	+$8,740 (+11.7%)

51.3203 Nursing Education. (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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11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$142,350	+$17,900 (+14.4%)
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)

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

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)

51.3802 Nursing Administration. (PostBacCert)

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	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$131,380	-$620 (-0.5%)

51.3805 Family Practice Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$131,380	-$620 (-0.5%)

51.3807 Nurse Midwife/Nursing Midwifery. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to independently deliver babies and treat mothers in the prenatal, delivery, and post-delivery periods. Includes instruction in pre-delivery screening, physician referral, and the care of infants during the delivery and immediate post-delivery phases.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1161	Nurse Midwives	$128,110	$138,460	+$10,350 (+8.1%)

51.3810 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$131,380	-$620 (-0.5%)

51.3815 Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing. (BSc, PostBacCert, Spec)

A program that prepares registered nurses to deliver nursing health care services to workers and worker populations in clinical settings and at job sites. Includes instruction in public and community health, occupational safety and health, occupational health surveillance, case management, fitness for duty testing, medication, allergies and immunization, emergency and ambulatory care, and applicable laws and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$131,380	-$620 (-0.5%)

51.3818 Nursing Practice. (PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

A practice-focused program that prepares registered nurses for increasingly complex evidence-based nursing practice, including translating research into practice, evaluating evidence, applying research in decision-making, and implementing viable clinical innovations to change practice. Includes instruction in healthcare delivery systems, health economics and finance, health policy, research methods, translating evidence into practice, concepts in population health, and nursing leadership.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$131,380	-$620 (-0.5%)

51.3821 Geriatric Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$87,920	+$830 (+1%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$102,510	+$4,080 (+4.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$131,380	-$620 (-0.5%)

51.9999 Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. (Cert<2y, BSc, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in the health professions and related clinical sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

45.0201 Anthropology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions, in comparative perspective. Includes instruction in biological/physical anthropology, primatology, human paleontology and prehistoric archeology, hominid evolution, anthropological linguistics, ethnography, ethnology, ethnohistory, socio-cultural anthropology, psychological anthropology, research methods, and applications to areas such as medicine, forensic pathology, museum studies, and international affairs.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$84,450	+$13,380 (+18.8%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$122,180	+$19,650 (+19.2%)

45.0202 Physical and Biological Anthropology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences and anthropology to the study of the adaptations, variability, and the evolution of human beings and their living and fossil relatives. Includes instructions in anthropology, human and mammalian anatomy, cell biology, paleontology, human culture and behavior, neuroscience, forensic anthropology, anatomical reconstruction, comparative anatomy, and laboratory science and methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$84,450	+$13,380 (+18.8%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$122,180	+$19,650 (+19.2%)

45.0301 Archeology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of extinct societies, and the past of living societies, via the excavation, analysis and interpretation of their artifactual, human, and associated remains. Includes instruction in archeological theory, field methods, dating methods, conservation and museum studies, cultural and physical evolution, and the study of specific selected past cultures.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$84,450	+$13,380 (+18.8%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$122,180	+$19,650 (+19.2%)
39-7011	Tour Guides and Escorts	N/A	N/A	N/A

45.0401 Criminology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of crime as a sociopathological phenomenon, the behavior of criminals, and the social institutions evolved to respond to crime. Includes instruction in the theory of crime, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, social value systems and the theory of punishment, criminal law and criminal justice systems, penology, rehabilitation and recidivism, studies of specific types of crime, social attitudes and policy, and applications to specific issues in law enforcement administration and policy.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$95,700	-$15,970 (-14.3%)
19-4099	Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other	$64,640	$84,120	+$19,480 (+30.1%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$88,740	+$3,920 (+4.6%)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$160,290	+$29,380 (+22.4%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$104,500	+$31,030 (+42.2%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$71,290	+$7,730 (+12.2%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$161,820	+$28,680 (+21.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)

45.0603 Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of mathematical and statistical analysis of economic phenomena and problems. Includes instruction in economic statistics, optimization theory, cost/benefit analysis, price theory, economic modeling, and economic forecasting and evaluation.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$132,820	+$20,490 (+18.2%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$160,290	+$29,380 (+22.4%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$71,290	+$7,730 (+12.2%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$161,820	+$28,680 (+21.5%)

45.0605 International Economics. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the systematic study and analysis of international commercial behavior and trade policy. Includes instruction in international trade theory, tariffs and quotas, commercial policy, trade factor flows, international finance and investment, currency regulation and trade exchange rates and markets, international trade negotiation, and international payments and accounting policy.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$160,290	+$29,380 (+22.4%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$161,820	+$28,680 (+21.5%)

45.0701 Geography. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of the spatial distribution and interrelationships of people, natural resources, plant and animal life. Includes instruction in historical and political geography, cultural geography, economic and physical geography, regional science, cartographic methods, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and applications to areas such as land-use planning, development studies, and analyses of specific countries, regions, and resources.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$65,400	+$8,510 (+15%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	$114,480	+$16,320 (+16.6%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$134,150	+$35,130 (+35.5%)

45.0702 Geographic Information Science and Cartography. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of map-making and the application of mathematical, computer, and other techniques to the analysis of large amounts of geographic data and the science of mapping geographic information. Includes instruction in cartographic theory and map projections, computer-assisted cartography, geographic information systems, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geodesy, cartographic editing, and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
17-1021	Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	$82,860	$99,830	+$16,970 (+20.5%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$65,400	+$8,510 (+15%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	$114,480	+$16,320 (+16.6%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$134,150	+$35,130 (+35.5%)

45.0901 International Relations and Affairs. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$153,650	+$16,050 (+11.7%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$104,250	-$910 (-0.9%)

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

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$153,650	+$16,050 (+11.7%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$71,290	+$7,730 (+12.2%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$104,250	-$910 (-0.9%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)

45.1002 American Government and Politics (United States). (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of United States political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in American political theory, political parties and interest groups, state and local governments, Constitutional law, federalism and national institutions, executive and legislative politics, judicial politics, popular attitudes and media influences, political research methods, and applications to the study of specific issues and institutions.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$153,650	+$16,050 (+11.7%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$104,250	-$910 (-0.9%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)

45.1101 Sociology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$95,700	-$15,970 (-14.3%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$71,290	+$7,730 (+12.2%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$94,920	-$2,350 (-2.4%)

45.9999 Social Sciences, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in social sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$139,230	+$32,790 (+30.8%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$88,470	-$4,480 (-4.8%)

52.0101 Business/Commerce, General. (Cert2y+)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$181,160	+$20,230 (+12.6%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$148,580	+$22,550 (+17.9%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$120,530	+$6,010 (+5.2%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$155,990	+$26,810 (+20.8%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$138,580	+$22,570 (+19.5%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$137,960	+$18,300 (+15.3%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$102,130	+$15,070 (+17.3%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$105,990	+$19,890 (+23.1%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	N/A	N/A
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$91,840	+$8,680 (+10.4%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$126,690	+$18,590 (+17.2%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$131,060	+$16,350 (+14.3%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

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

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$181,160	+$20,230 (+12.6%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$148,580	+$22,550 (+17.9%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$120,530	+$6,010 (+5.2%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$155,990	+$26,810 (+20.8%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$138,580	+$22,570 (+19.5%)
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$178,710	+$22,480 (+14.4%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$181,520	+$21,040 (+13.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$163,560	+$22,970 (+16.3%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$137,960	+$18,300 (+15.3%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$102,130	+$15,070 (+17.3%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$105,990	+$19,890 (+23.1%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	N/A	N/A
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$91,840	+$8,680 (+10.4%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$101,980	+$22,250 (+27.9%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$113,500	+$25,900 (+29.6%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$126,690	+$18,590 (+17.2%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$131,060	+$16,350 (+14.3%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$94,540	+$11,620 (+14%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$111,970	+$19,590 (+21.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0202 Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage and/or administer the processes by which a firm or organization contracts for goods and services to support its operations, as well as contracts it to sell to other firms or organizations. Includes instruction in contract law, negotiations, buying procedures, government contracting, cost and price analysis, vendor relations, contract administration, auditing and inspection, relations with other firm departments, and applications to special areas such as high-technology systems, international purchasing, and construction.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$148,580	+$22,550 (+17.9%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$120,530	+$6,010 (+5.2%)
11-3061	Purchasing Managers	$150,630	$170,170	+$19,540 (+13%)
13-1011	Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes	$165,600	$111,380	-$54,220 (-32.7%)
13-1023	Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0206 Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to manage the business affairs of non-profit corporations, including foundations, educational institutions, associations, and other such organizations, and public agencies and governmental operations. Includes instruction in business management, principles of public administration, principles of accounting and financial management, human resources management, taxation of non-profit organizations, and business law as applied to non-profit organizations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$154,010	+$16,720 (+12.2%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$125,080	+$25,620 (+25.8%)
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$105,990	+$19,890 (+23.1%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$117,560	+$23,670 (+25.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0211 Project Management. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply quantitative and qualitative knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to manage projects in a wide range of fields and occupations. Includes instruction in project planning, risk management, cost and time management, contracts and procurement, accounting, statistics, decision making, and human resources.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$126,690	+$18,590 (+17.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0213 Organizational Leadership. (BSc, 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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$154,010	+$16,720 (+12.2%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$181,520	+$21,040 (+13.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$163,560	+$22,970 (+16.3%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$131,060	+$16,350 (+14.3%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0301 Accounting. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$108,670	+$15,150 (+16.2%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$119,610	+$25,690 (+27.4%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$120,540	+$22,500 (+22.9%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$129,540	+$9,610 (+8%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$151,540	+$47,890 (+46.2%)
13-2081	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$67,570	$85,240	+$17,670 (+26.2%)
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$67,200	+$8,340 (+14.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0701 Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies. (Cert2y+, BSc)

A program that generally prepares individuals to perform development, marketing and management functions associated with owning and operating a business.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0801 Finance, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$193,890	+$13,420 (+7.4%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$94,540	+$11,620 (+14%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$119,610	+$25,690 (+27.4%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$120,540	+$22,500 (+22.9%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$124,330	+$7,840 (+6.7%)
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$170,870	+$10,660 (+6.7%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$129,540	+$9,610 (+8%)
13-2072	Loan Officers	$86,020	$112,140	+$26,120 (+30.4%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$117,560	+$23,670 (+25.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0807 Investments and Securities. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to manage assets placed in capital markets, and related technical operations. Includes instruction in security analysis, debt and equity analysis, investment strategies, securities markets, computer-assisted research, portfolio management, portfolio performance analysis, and applications to specific investment problems and business situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$124,330	+$7,840 (+6.7%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$129,540	+$9,610 (+8%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)
41-3031	Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents	$110,400	$105,680	-$4,720 (-4.3%)

52.0808 Public Finance. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to manage the financial assets and budgets of public sector organizations. Includes instruction in public trusts and investments; the laws and procedures used to plan, prepare and administer public agency budgets; and the preparation and analysis of public budget projections and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$193,890	+$13,420 (+7.4%)
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$119,610	+$25,690 (+27.4%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$124,330	+$7,840 (+6.7%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$129,540	+$9,610 (+8%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.0901 Hospitality Administration/Management, General. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to serve as general managers and directors of hospitality operations on a system-wide basis, including both travel arrangements and promotion and the provision of traveler facilities. Includes instruction in principles of operations in the travel and tourism, hotel and lodging facilities, food services, and recreation facilities industries; hospitality marketing strategies; hospitality planning; management and coordination of franchise and unit operations; business management; accounting and financial management; hospitality transportation and logistics; and hospitality industry policies and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9051	Food Service Managers	$72,370	$87,090	+$14,720 (+20.3%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$102,130	+$15,070 (+17.3%)
11-9081	Lodging Managers	$77,460	$90,400	+$12,940 (+16.7%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	N/A	N/A

52.0903 Tourism and Travel Services Management. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage travel-related enterprises and related convention and/or tour services. Includes instruction in travel agency management, tour arranging and planning, convention and event planning, travel industry operations and procedures, tourism marketing and promotion strategies, travel counseling, travel industry law, international and domestic operations, and travel and tourism policy.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	N/A	N/A
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
39-7012	Travel Guides	N/A	N/A	N/A

52.0907 Meeting and Event Planning. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to plan, budget, and implement conferences, meetings, and other special events in the public or private sectors. Includes instruction in principles of meeting and event planning; special event management; budgets and finance; site selection; contracts, vendors, and negotiations; marketing and promotions; food and beverage management; audio-visual basics and meeting technology; and hospitality law.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
13-1121	Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners	$65,090	$73,490	+$8,400 (+12.9%)

52.1001 Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals to manage the development of human capital in organizations, and to provide related services to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, sex roles, civil rights, human resources law and regulations, motivation and compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment and selection, managing employee and job training programs, and the management of human resources programs and operations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$178,710	+$22,480 (+14.4%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$181,520	+$21,040 (+13.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$163,560	+$22,970 (+16.3%)
13-1041	Compliance Officers	$84,980	$101,290	+$16,310 (+19.2%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$101,980	+$22,250 (+27.9%)
13-1075	Labor Relations Specialists	$97,130	$111,860	+$14,730 (+15.2%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$94,540	+$11,620 (+14%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$86,310	+$12,550 (+17%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)
43-4161	Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping	$50,950	$59,100	+$8,150 (+16%)

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

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$178,710	+$22,480 (+14.4%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$181,520	+$21,040 (+13.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$163,560	+$22,970 (+16.3%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$101,980	+$22,250 (+27.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.1005 Human Resources Development. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply integrated training, organizational development, and career planning and counseling skills to the design, management, and evaluation of programs to improve individual productivity, employability, and job satisfaction and organizational effectiveness. Includes instruction in psychology; organizational behavior; principles of adult education; occupational counseling; skill testing and evaluation; program design; consulting practice; organizational development; and applications to issues such as training, management development, customer service, and total quality management.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$86,310	+$12,550 (+17%)

52.1101 International Business/Trade/Commerce. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage international businesses and/or business operations. Includes instruction in the principles and processes of export sales, trade controls, foreign operations and related problems, monetary issues, international business policy, and applications to doing business in specific countries and markets.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$111,970	+$19,590 (+21.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.1201 Management Information Systems, General. (BSc)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$112,670	+$9,030 (+8.7%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

52.1206 Information Resources Management. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply principles of information technology, computer systems management, and business operations to the planning, management, and evaluation of information services in organizations. Includes instruction in telecommunications, systems planning and integration, information policy, information security, contracting and purchasing, budgeting, information technology, operations management, human resources, communications skills, and applicable law and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

52.1301 Management Science. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A general program that focuses on the application of statistical modeling, data warehousing, data mining, programming, forecasting and operations research techniques to the analysis of problems of business organization and performance. Includes instruction in optimization theory and mathematical techniques, data mining, data warehousing, stochastic and dynamic modeling, operations analysis, and the design and testing of prototype systems and evaluation models.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$345,810	+$82,880 (+31.5%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$160,690	+$27,570 (+20.7%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$131,060	+$16,350 (+14.3%)
15-2031	Operations Research Analysts	$99,120	$125,490	+$26,370 (+26.6%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

52.1401 Marketing/Marketing Management, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships, pricing theory, marketing campaign and strategic planning, market segments, advertising methods, sales operations and management, consumer relations, retailing, and applications to specific products and markets.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$149,960	+$690 (+0.5%)
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$189,850	+$18,330 (+10.7%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$181,160	+$20,230 (+12.6%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$154,010	+$16,720 (+12.2%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$79,250	+$6,120 (+8.4%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$97,910	+$11,430 (+13.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.1499 Marketing, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in general marketing and marketing research not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$189,850	+$18,330 (+10.7%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$97,910	+$11,430 (+13.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$132,800	+$18,960 (+16.7%)

52.1501 Real Estate. (Cert2y+, BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to develop, buy, sell, appraise, and manage real estate. Includes instruction in land use development policy, real estate law, real estate marketing procedures, agency management, brokerage, property inspection and appraisal, real estate investing, leased and rental properties, commercial real estate, and property management.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9141	Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers	$82,720	$113,460	+$30,740 (+37.2%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2023	Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate	N/A	N/A	N/A
41-9021	Real Estate Brokers	$91,660	$99,540	+$7,880 (+8.6%)
41-9022	Real Estate Sales Agents	$70,970	$72,590	+$1,620 (+2.3%)

22.0101 Law. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of law, for taking state and national bar examinations, and for advanced research in jurisprudence. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of the legal system, including the statutory, administrative, and judicial components of civil and criminal law.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-1011	Lawyers	$182,760	$219,400	+$36,640 (+20%)
23-1012	Judicial Law Clerks	$69,850	$67,130	-$2,720 (-3.9%)
23-1021	Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers	$122,620	$146,290	+$23,670 (+19.3%)
23-1022	Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators	$91,170	$101,710	+$10,540 (+11.6%)
23-1023	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$143,110	$134,940	-$8,170 (-5.7%)
25-1112	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$139,950	$134,060	-$5,890 (-4.2%)

22.0201 Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General. (PostBacCert, FPD)

An integrated or undifferentiated program in one or more of the legal research or advanced practice fields.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-1011	Lawyers	$182,760	$219,400	+$36,640 (+20%)
25-1112	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$139,950	$134,060	-$5,890 (-4.2%)

22.0205 Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law. (PostBacCert)

An advanced, professional study of the law and process related to the regulation of businesses and the financial services industry. Includes instruction in corporate law, antitrust law, securities law and regulation, negotiation, incorporation, partnerships, trusts, and related topics

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-1011	Lawyers	$182,760	$219,400	+$36,640 (+20%)
25-1112	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$139,950	$134,060	-$5,890 (-4.2%)

22.0207 Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law. (PostBacCert)

An advanced, professional study of the law, policies, and regulations governing the energy industry, environmental protection, natural resources and land use, and related topics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-1011	Lawyers	$182,760	$219,400	+$36,640 (+20%)
25-1112	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$139,950	$134,060	-$5,890 (-4.2%)

22.0209 International Law and Legal Studies. (PostBacCert, FPD)

An advanced, professional study of the law affecting relations between nations, the behavior of international organizations, and the international activities of private citizens and organizations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-1011	Lawyers	$182,760	$219,400	+$36,640 (+20%)
25-1112	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$139,950	$134,060	-$5,890 (-4.2%)

22.0299 Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any program in legal research and advanced professional studies not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-1011	Lawyers	$182,760	$219,400	+$36,640 (+20%)
25-1112	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$139,950	$134,060	-$5,890 (-4.2%)

22.0302 Legal Assistant/Paralegal. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to perform research, drafting, investigatory, record-keeping and related administrative functions under the supervision of an attorney or court. Includes instruction in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and legal specializations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
23-2011	Paralegals and Legal Assistants	$66,510	$86,540	+$20,030 (+30.1%)
23-2093	Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers	$59,600	$61,050	+$1,450 (+2.4%)
23-2099	Legal Support Workers, All Other	$86,220	$139,960	+$53,740 (+62.3%)

11.0101 Computer and Information Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$129,700	+$17,740 (+15.8%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$163,310	+$27,420 (+20.2%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$121,460	+$14,020 (+13%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$124,920	+$23,730 (+23.5%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$128,680	+$18,420 (+16.7%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$91,330	-$20,120 (-18.1%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$141,060	+$24,360 (+20.9%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

11.0102 Artificial Intelligence. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the symbolic inference, representation, and simulation by computers and software of human learning and reasoning processes and capabilities, and the computer modeling of human motor control and motion. Includes instruction in computing theory, cybernetics, human factors, natural language processing, and applicable aspects of engineering, technology, and specific end-use applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$151,000	+$6,430 (+4.4%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

11.0103 Information Technology. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$129,700	+$17,740 (+15.8%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$146,720	+$18,990 (+14.9%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$163,310	+$27,420 (+20.2%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$151,000	+$6,430 (+4.4%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$128,680	+$18,420 (+16.7%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)

11.0301 Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to master and use computer software programs and applications for inputting, verifying, organizing, storing, retrieving, transforming (changing, updating, and deleting), and extracting information. Includes instruction in using various operating system configurations and in types of data entry such as word processing, spreadsheets, calculators, management programs, design programs, database programs, and research programs.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$141,060	+$24,360 (+20.9%)

11.0401 Information Science/Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$151,000	+$6,430 (+4.4%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$91,330	-$20,120 (-18.1%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$141,060	+$24,360 (+20.9%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

11.0701 Computer Science. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$146,720	+$18,990 (+14.9%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$98,540	+$18,930 (+23.8%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$112,670	+$9,030 (+8.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$151,000	+$6,430 (+4.4%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$128,680	+$18,420 (+16.7%)
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$128,590	+$29,800 (+30.2%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$91,330	-$20,120 (-18.1%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$141,060	+$24,360 (+20.9%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

11.0802 Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to design and manage the construction of databases and related software programs and applications, including the linking of individual data sets to create complex searchable databases (warehousing) and the use of analytical search tools (mining). Includes instruction in database theory, logic, and semantics; operational and warehouse modeling; dimensionality; attributes and hierarchies; data definition; technical architecture; access and security design; integration; formatting and extraction; data delivery; index design; implementation problems; planning and budgeting; and client and networking issues.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$121,460	+$14,020 (+13%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$69,670	+$960 (+1.4%)

11.0902 Cloud Computing. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to design and implement enterprise software systems that rely on distributed computing and service-oriented architecture, including databases, web services, cloud computing, and mobile apps. Includes instruction in data management, distributed and cloud computing, enterprise software architecture, enterprise and cloud security, mobile systems and applications, server administration, and web development.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$98,540	+$18,930 (+23.8%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$163,310	+$27,420 (+20.2%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$112,670	+$9,030 (+8.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$151,000	+$6,430 (+4.4%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)

11.1003 Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$204,270	+$16,280 (+8.7%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$146,720	+$18,990 (+14.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$98,540	+$18,930 (+23.8%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$163,310	+$27,420 (+20.2%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$121,460	+$14,020 (+13%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$124,920	+$23,730 (+23.5%)

11.9999 Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. (Assoc, BSc)

Any instructional program in computer and information sciences and support services not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

14.0101 Engineering, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce. Includes instruction in undifferentiated and individualized programs in engineering.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$153,360	+$31,640 (+26%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.0501 Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biomedical and health systems and products such as integrated biomedical systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$116,490	+$1,470 (+1.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.0801 Civil Engineering, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$108,530	+$1,480 (+1.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.0901 Computer Engineering, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer hardware and software systems and related equipment and facilities; and the analysis of specific problems of computer applications to various tasks.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$163,310	+$27,420 (+20.2%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$151,000	+$6,430 (+4.4%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$128,680	+$18,420 (+16.7%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$156,510	-$260 (-0.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.1001 Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical and electronic systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$160,510	+$19,330 (+13.7%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$156,510	-$260 (-0.2%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$139,850	+$18,870 (+15.6%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$145,750	+$13,250 (+10%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.1004 Telecommunications Engineering. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and maintenance of telecommunications technology, networks, and systems. Includes instruction in telecommunications, computer networking, communications networks and systems, signals, circuits, fiber optics, and wireless systems and technology.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$145,750	+$13,250 (+10%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$153,360	+$31,640 (+26%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.1301 Engineering Science. (BSc)

A program with a general focus on the general application of various combinations of mathematical and scientific principles to the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems, including applied research in human behavior, statistics, biology, chemistry, the earth and planetary sciences, atmospherics and meteorology, and computer applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$153,360	+$31,640 (+26%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.1401 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems for controlling contained living environments and for monitoring and controlling factors in the external natural environment, including pollution control, waste and hazardous material disposal, health and safety protection, conservation, life support, and requirements for protection of special materials and related work environments.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2081	Environmental Engineers	$110,570	$129,330	+$18,760 (+17%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$128,480	+$14,710 (+12.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.1901 Mechanical Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$91,840	+$8,680 (+10.4%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$160,510	+$19,330 (+13.7%)
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$127,090	+$17,010 (+15.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.2701 Systems Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of total systems solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems, including the integration of human, physical, energy, communications, management, and information requirements as needed, and the application of requisite analytical methods to specific situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$183,530	+$40,910 (+28.7%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$122,900	+$15,000 (+13.9%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$153,360	+$31,640 (+26%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

14.3501 Industrial Engineering. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, material, information, and energy. Includes instruction in applied mathematics, physical sciences, the social sciences, engineering analysis, systems design, computer applications, and forecasting and evaluation methodology.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$155,990	+$26,810 (+20.8%)
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$184,460	+$8,750 (+5%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$122,900	+$15,000 (+13.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$125,490	+$6,150 (+5.2%)

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

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	$130,100	+$28,160 (+27.6%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$52,910	+$3,230 (+6.5%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$110,500	+$56,100 (+103.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
19-4092	Forensic Science Technicians	$75,260	$86,400	+$11,140 (+14.8%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)

26.0102 Biomedical Sciences, General. (BSc, PostBacCert)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.0203 Biophysics. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the application of physics principles to the scientific study of the mechanisms of biological processes and assemblies at all levels of complexity. Includes instruction in research methods and equipment operation and applications to subjects such as bioenergetics, biophysical theory and modeling, electrophysics, membrane biology, channels, receptors and transporters, contractility and muscle function, protein shaping and folding, molecular and supramolecular structures and assemblies, and computational science.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$104,370	-$11,200 (-9.7%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.0204 Molecular Biology. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure and function of biological macromolecules and the role of molecular constituents and mechanisms in supramolecular assemblies and cells. Includes instruction in such topics as molecular signaling and transduction, regulation of cell growth, enzyme substrates and mechanisms of enzyme action, DNA-protein interaction, and applications to fields such as biotechnology, genetics, cell biology, and physiology.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.0502 Microbiology, General. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of unicellular organisms and colonies, and subcellular genetic matter and their ecological interactions with human beings and other life. Includes instruction in microbial genetics, cell biology, cell physiology, virology, pathogenic microbiology, environmental microbiology, immunology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, and laboratory methods including microscopy.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$117,900	+$22,700 (+23.8%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$110,500	+$56,100 (+103.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.0503 Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of pathogenic bacteria that are significant factors in causing or facilitating human disease. Includes instruction in the pathogenesis of bacterial diseases, bacterial genetics and physiology, bacterial anatomy and structure, antigens, bacterial reproduction, bacterial adhesion, phagocytes, and the identification of new or mutated bacteria and bacterial agents.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

26.0508 Microbiology and Immunology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the microorganisms that cause disease and the host immune response to them. Includes instruction in microbiology, microbial genetics, molecular virology, pathogenic bacteriology, disease mechanisms, immunology, immunogenetics, autoimmunity, and bioinformatics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$117,900	+$22,700 (+23.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.0509 Infectious Disease and Global Health. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the biological, social, and behavioral factors contributing to the cause and spread of infectious diseases. Includes instruction in research design and evaluation, infectious disease epidemiology, international health policy and management, microbiology, microbial genetics, molecular virology, disease mechanisms, antimicrobial resistance, immunology, and bioterrorism.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$156,970	+$19,240 (+14%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$114,400	+$20,240 (+21.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)

26.0807 Genome Sciences/Genomics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of whole genome sequences and patterns of gene expression. Includes instruction in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, protein technologies, genomic sciences and techniques, bioinformatics, and scientific and research ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$110,090	+$7,200 (+7%)

26.0908 Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the physiological processes involved in physical or motor activity, including sensorimotor interactions, response mechanisms, and the effects of injury, disease, and disability. Includes instruction in muscular and skeletal anatomy; molecular and cellular basis of muscle contraction; fuel utilization; neurophysiology of motor mechanics; systemic physiological responses (respiration, blood flow, endocrine secretions, and others); fatigue and exhaustion; muscle and body training; physiology of specific exercises and activities; physiology of injury; and the effects of disabilities and disease.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)
29-1128	Exercise Physiologists	$59,620	$66,240	+$6,620 (+11.1%)

26.0911 Oncology and Cancer Biology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of carcinogens; the onset of malignancy in cells, tissues, blood, and organs; the genetics of cancer; the anatomy and physiology of cancer cells; and the study of cancer behaviors and treatments. Includes instruction in gene expression; oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes; viral genes and cancer proliferation; regulation of signal transduction; cancer proteins; hormonal and growth factors in cancer cells; tumor promotion, progression, and metastasis; carcinogen receptors and metabolism; carcinogen ecology; immunological targeting; and studies of genetic, chemical, radiologic and other treatment therapies.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.1003 Neuropharmacology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of drugs that modify the function of the brain and central nervous system, the effects of such drugs on health, disease, perception, motor action, and behavior; and the development of countermeasures and treatment therapies. Includes instruction in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, behavioral neuroscience, neurobiochemistry, neuropathology, the mechanisms of brain function, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, and studies of specific drugs and drug therapies.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

26.1102 Biostatistics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of descriptive and inferential statistics to biomedical research and clinical, public health, and industrial issues related to human populations. Includes instruction in mathematical statistics, modeling, clinical trials methodology, disease and survival analysis, longitudinal analysis, missing data analysis, spatial analysis, computer tomography, biostatistics consulting, and applications to such topics as genetics, oncology, pharmacokinetics, physiology, neurobiology, and biophysics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$132,820	+$20,490 (+18.2%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$89,920	-$2,960 (-3.2%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

26.1103 Bioinformatics. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of computer-based technologies and services to biological, biomedical, and biotechnology research. Includes instruction in algorithms, network architecture, principles of software design, human interface design, usability studies, search strategies, database management and data mining, digital image processing, computer graphics and animation, CAD, computer programming, and applications to experimental design and analysis and to specific quantitative, modeling, and analytical studies in the various biological specializations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$164,380	+$12,070 (+7.9%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$141,060	+$24,360 (+20.9%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$143,670	+$19,080 (+15.3%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)

26.1303 Evolutionary Biology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the genetic, developmental, functional, and morphological patterns and processes, and theoretical principles; and the emergence and mutation of organisms over time. Includes instruction in molecular and morphological systematics; genetics and development; evolutionary transformation; paleobiology and paleontology; morphogenesis; mutation; locomotor, biomechanical and craniodental form and function; evolutionary theory; and systematic biology.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$120,570	+$42,650 (+54.7%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.1309 Epidemiology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of disease, disability, and trauma patterns within and across populations and the development of health management mechanisms to prevent and control disease outbreaks and injurious behaviors. Includes instruction in biostatistics, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, disease and injury determinants, genetic disease and disability factors, behavioral studies, health services research, environmental disease and injury factors, and population studies.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$114,400	+$20,240 (+21.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$149,070	+$11,170 (+8.1%)

26.1401 Molecular Medicine. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the molecular and cellular basis of disease, and the application of this knowledge to the development of new clinical and diagnostic tools, medications, and therapies. Includes instruction in cell biology, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, genetics, pathology, molecular immunology, research and quantitative methods, and biomedical research computing.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$125,620	+$12,930 (+11.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

26.1501 Neuroscience. (Cert2y+, FPD)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$172,700	-$800 (-0.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$117,090	+$16,650 (+16.6%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$60,490	+$2,470 (+4.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$105,070	+$3,730 (+3.7%)

13.0101 Education, General. (FPD)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
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

13.0301 Curriculum and Instruction. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that focuses on the curriculum and related instructional processes and tools, and that may prepare individuals to serve as professional curriculum specialists. Includes instruction in curriculum theory, curriculum design and planning, instructional material design and evaluation, curriculum evaluation, and applications to specific subject matter, programs or educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$103,840	+$26,240 (+33.8%)

13.0401 Educational Leadership and Administration, General. (PostBacCert, MSc, 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.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$69,580	+$6,940 (+11.1%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$134,040	+$20,680 (+18.2%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$142,350	+$17,900 (+14.4%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$125,080	+$25,620 (+25.8%)

13.0402 Administration of Special Education. (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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$125,080	+$25,620 (+25.8%)

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

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$142,350	+$17,900 (+14.4%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$125,080	+$25,620 (+25.8%)

13.0501 Educational/Instructional Technology. (BSc)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$86,310	+$12,550 (+17%)
25-4022	Librarians and Media Collections Specialists	$69,180	$91,400	+$22,220 (+32.1%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$103,840	+$26,240 (+33.8%)

13.0604 Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the principles and procedures for designing, developing, implementing and evaluating tests and other mechanisms used to measure learning, evaluate student progress, and assess the performance of specific teaching tools, strategies and curricula. Includes instruction in psychometric measurement, instrument design, test implementation techniques, research evaluation, data reporting requirements, and data analysis and interpretation.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$131,060	+$16,350 (+14.3%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$132,820	+$20,490 (+18.2%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$139,230	+$32,790 (+30.8%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)

13.0701 International and Comparative Education. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the educational phenomena, practices, and institutions within different societies and states in a comparative perspective, and the study of international educational issues. Includes instruction in comparative research methods, country- or area-specific studies, cross-national studies of learning and teaching styles, international educational policy and development, and analyses of educational migration patterns and experiences.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1001 Special Education and Teaching, General. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, 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.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$79,980	+$7,370 (+10.2%)
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	$80,660	+$8,350 (+11.5%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$84,550	+$9,940 (+13.3%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$72,400	-$1,780 (-2.4%)
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

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

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$79,980	+$7,370 (+10.2%)

13.1016 Education/Teaching of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults who are surviving and recovering from brain and brain stem injuries affecting their cognitive, perceptive, and motor functions. Includes instruction in neurophysiology and neuropathology; speech, other sensory, and motor pathologies; emotional and cognitive disabilities; physical and occupational rehabilitation techniques; developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising brain-injured students, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$79,980	+$7,370 (+10.2%)
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	$80,660	+$8,350 (+11.5%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$84,550	+$9,940 (+13.3%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$72,400	-$1,780 (-2.4%)

13.1019 Education/Teaching of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children with special learning needs or disabilities who are in the secondary grades. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities; developing individual education plans; curriculum development, instructional strategies, and classroom management for secondary grades special education; content, methods, and modifications in specific subject areas; issues in vocational education; and promoting successful transitions to postsecondary settings.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$84,550	+$9,940 (+13.3%)

13.1099 Special Education and Teaching, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in special education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$72,400	-$1,780 (-2.4%)

13.1101 Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services. (PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply the theory and principles of guidance and counseling to the provision of support for the personal, social, educational, and vocational development of students, and the organizing of guidance services within elementary, middle and secondary educational institutions. Includes instruction in legal and professional requirements, therapeutic counselor intervention, vocational counseling, and related sociological and psychological foundations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
21-1012	Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors	$71,520	$81,130	+$9,610 (+13.4%)

13.1202 Elementary Education and Teaching. (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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$78,790	+$9,000 (+12.9%)

13.1205 Secondary Education and Teaching. (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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)

13.1321 Computer Teacher Education. (BSc, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$116,110	+$10,280 (+9.7%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$78,320	+$8,280 (+11.8%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)

13.1401 Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor. (BSc)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$49,700	+$8,250 (+19.9%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$74,640	+$7,620 (+11.4%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$78,790	+$9,000 (+12.9%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$78,320	+$8,280 (+11.8%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$80,840	+$7,140 (+9.7%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$68,340	+$3,680 (+5.7%)

13.9999 Education, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$77,270	-$1,230 (-1.6%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$92,940	+$21,330 (+29.8%)

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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3032	Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	$134,400	N/A	N/A
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$118,760	+$11,910 (+11.1%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$71,290	+$7,730 (+12.2%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2701 Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics. (Cert2y+, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the mechanisms and processes of learning and thinking, and associated information encoding, decoding, processing and transmitting systems. Includes instruction in theories of cognition and intelligence; studies of cognitive processes such as memory, sensation, perception, pattern recognition, problem solving, and conceptual thinking; cybernetics; psycholinguistics; and the study of biological and social communications mechanisms and processes.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2704 Experimental Psychology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of behavior under experimental conditions and the analysis of controlled behavioral responses. Includes instruction in learning theory, research design and experimental methods, psychological measurement, statistical design and methods, analysis of cognitive and behavioral variables, and the conduct of specialized and large-scale studies.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2707 Social Psychology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of individual behavior in group contexts, group behavior, and associated phenomena. Includes instruction in social learning theory, group theory and dynamics, sex roles, social cognition and inference, attribution theory, attitude formation, criminal behavior and other social pathologies, altruistic behavior, social development, and social ecology.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2799 Research and Experimental Psychology, Other. (FPD)

Any instructional program in research and experimental psychology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2801 Clinical Psychology. (PostBacCert, FPD, Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of clinical psychology, involving the analysis, diagnosis, and clinical treatment of psychological disorders and behavioral pathologies. Includes instruction in clinical assessment and diagnosis, personality appraisal, psychopathology, clinical psychopharmacology, behavior modification, therapeutic intervention skills, patient interviewing, personalized and group therapy, child and adolescent therapy, cognitive and behavioral therapy, supervised clinical practice, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$118,760	+$11,910 (+11.1%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2804 Industrial and Organizational Psychology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and group behavior in institutional settings, applications to related problems of organization and industry, and that may prepare individuals to apply such principles in industrial and organizational settings. Includes instruction in group behavior theory, organizational theory, reward/punishment structures, human-machine and human-computer interactions, motivation dynamics, human stress studies, environmental and organizational influences on behavior, alienation and satisfaction, and job testing and assessment.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$181,520	+$21,040 (+13.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$163,560	+$22,970 (+16.3%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$101,980	+$22,250 (+27.9%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$131,060	+$16,350 (+14.3%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$86,310	+$12,550 (+17%)
19-3032	Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	$134,400	N/A	N/A
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

42.2812 Forensic Psychology. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply clinical, counseling, school, and neuropsychology skills to the provision of psychological services within the criminal justice and civil legal systems, including consultation, assessment, and interventions. Includes instruction in the epidemiology of mental/behavioral disorders, risk factors for violence and criminality, profiling and patterning, psychological testing, prediction and intervention measurement, forensic assessment, criminal and civil law and procedures, secure environments, forensic treatment and intervention skills, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$116,350	+$5,010 (+4.5%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$102,660	+$9,130 (+9.8%)

09.0100 Communication and Media Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$221,420	+$57,900 (+35.4%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$154,010	+$16,720 (+12.2%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$79,250	+$6,120 (+8.4%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$100,260	+$20,150 (+25.2%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$147,520	+$41,490 (+39.1%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$110,280	+$29,970 (+37.3%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$100,160	+$14,460 (+16.9%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$115,400	+$29,620 (+34.5%)

09.0401 Journalism. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the theory and practice of gathering, processing, and delivering news and that prepares individuals to be professional print journalists, news editors, and news managers. Includes instruction in news writing and editing; reporting; photojournalism; layout and graphic design; journalism law and policy; professional standards and ethics; research methods; and journalism history and criticism.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$147,520	+$41,490 (+39.1%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$100,160	+$14,460 (+16.9%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$115,400	+$29,620 (+34.5%)
43-9081	Proofreaders and Copy Markers	$52,730	$58,620	+$5,890 (+11.2%)

09.0404 Photojournalism. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the use of still and motion photography in journalism and prepares individuals to function as news photographers and photographic editors. Includes instruction in photography, journalism, studio procedures and techniques, camera and equipment operation and technique, news editing, print and film editing, news scene composition, subject surveillance, media law and policy, news team field operations, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$147,520	+$41,490 (+39.1%)
27-4021	Photographers	$55,650	$75,050	+$19,400 (+34.9%)
27-4032	Film and Video Editors	$83,530	$91,670	+$8,140 (+9.7%)

09.0702 Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the development, use, critical evaluation, and regulation of new electronic communication technologies using computer applications; and that prepares individuals to function as developers and managers of digital communications media. Includes instruction in computer and telecommunications technologies and processes; design and development of digital communications; marketing and distribution; digital communications regulation, law, and policy; the study of human interaction with, and use of, digital media; and emerging trends and issues.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$171,840	+$21,950 (+14.6%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$91,330	-$20,120 (-18.1%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3099	Media and Communication Workers, All Other	$84,870	$67,060	-$17,810 (-21%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$149,960	+$690 (+0.5%)
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$221,420	+$57,900 (+35.4%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$154,010	+$16,720 (+12.2%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$79,250	+$6,120 (+8.4%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$110,280	+$29,970 (+37.3%)

09.0902 Public Relations/Image Management. (BSc, 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 District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$149,960	+$690 (+0.5%)
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$221,420	+$57,900 (+35.4%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$154,010	+$16,720 (+12.2%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$79,250	+$6,120 (+8.4%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$110,280	+$29,970 (+37.3%)

09.0903 Advertising. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the creation, execution, transmission, and evaluation of commercial messages in various media intended to promote and sell products, services, and brands; and that prepares individuals to function as advertising assistants, technicians, and managers. Includes instruction in advertising theory, marketing strategy, advertising design and production methods, campaign methods and techniques, media management, related principles of business management, and applicable technical and equipment skills.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$149,960	+$690 (+0.5%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)

09.0904 Political Communication. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on human and media communication in the political process and that prepares individuals to function as members of political and public affairs organizations, political campaign staffs, and related government and media entities. Includes instruction in media effects, political speaking and debating, political advertising and marketing, image management, political journalism, opinion polling, and aspects of print and broadcast media related to the production and distribution of media messages in political settings.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$221,420	+$57,900 (+35.4%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$79,250	+$6,120 (+8.4%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$147,520	+$41,490 (+39.1%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$110,280	+$29,970 (+37.3%)

09.0905 Health Communication. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on how people, individually and collectively, understand and accommodate to health and illness and the role of communication and media in shaping professional health care messages and public acceptance of these messages. Includes instruction in the development and use of health-related and care-related messages and media; the goals and strategies of health care promotion; relationships, roles, situations, and social structures in the context of health maintenance and promotion; and applications to disease prevention, health advocacy, and communications concerning treatments.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$117,280	+$45,580 (+63.6%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$63,630	+$7,660 (+13.7%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$96,830	+$6,490 (+7.2%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$110,280	+$29,970 (+37.3%)

09.1001 Publishing. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the process of managing the creation, publication, and distribution of print and electronic books and other text products and prepares individuals to manage the editorial, technical, and business aspects of publishing operations. Includes instruction in product planning and design, editing, author relations, business and copyright law, publishing industry operations, contracting and purchasing, product marketing, electronic publishing and commerce, history of publishing, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in District of Columbia

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	District of Columbia Avg	DC vs US
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$100,160	+$14,460 (+16.9%)