University of Nebraska (UNL), Lincoln : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$204,480	-$58,450 (-22.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$92,200	-$40,920 (-30.7%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$122,010	-$38,920 (-24.2%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$101,480	-$24,550 (-19.5%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$100,380	-$14,140 (-12.3%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$110,400	-$18,780 (-14.5%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$87,620	-$28,390 (-24.5%)
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$116,500	-$39,730 (-25.4%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$117,430	-$43,050 (-26.8%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$133,420	-$7,170 (-5.1%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$100,880	-$18,780 (-15.7%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$66,860	-$20,200 (-23.2%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$71,280	-$14,820 (-17.2%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$56,060	-$14,560 (-20.6%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$66,620	-$16,540 (-19.9%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$62,230	-$17,500 (-21.9%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$75,230	-$12,370 (-14.1%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$78,540	-$29,560 (-27.3%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$74,820	-$39,890 (-34.8%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$85,270	+$2,350 (+2.8%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$69,200	-$23,180 (-25.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.0203 Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage and coordinate all logistical functions in an enterprise, ranging from acquisitions to receiving and handling, through internal allocation of resources to operations units, to the handling and delivery of output. Includes instruction in acquisitions and purchasing, inventory control, storage and handling, just-in-time manufacturing, logistics planning, shipping and delivery management, transportation, quality control, resource estimation and allocation, and budgeting.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$110,400	-$18,780 (-14.5%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$87,620	-$28,390 (-24.5%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$75,230	-$12,370 (-14.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.0301 Accounting. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$69,900	-$23,620 (-25.3%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$91,740	-$2,180 (-2.3%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$83,860	-$14,180 (-14.5%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$90,500	-$29,430 (-24.5%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$101,260	-$2,390 (-2.3%)
13-2081	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$67,570	$73,190	+$5,620 (+8.3%)
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$43,410	-$15,450 (-26.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.0701 Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies. (BSc)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$204,480	-$58,450 (-22.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$92,200	-$40,920 (-30.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.0704 Social Entrepreneurship. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on blending entrepreneurial ideas and management skills for issue advocacy and social change. Includes instruction in philanthropy, business modeling, design, entrepreneurship, finance, investing, resource management, project management, prototype development, and marketing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$204,480	-$58,450 (-22.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$92,200	-$40,920 (-30.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)

52.0801 Finance, General. (Cert2y+, 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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$204,480	-$58,450 (-22.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$92,200	-$40,920 (-30.7%)
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$139,410	-$41,060 (-22.8%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$85,270	+$2,350 (+2.8%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$91,740	-$2,180 (-2.3%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$83,860	-$14,180 (-14.5%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$103,020	-$13,470 (-11.6%)
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$85,110	-$75,100 (-46.9%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$90,500	-$29,430 (-24.5%)
13-2072	Loan Officers	$86,020	$77,970	-$8,050 (-9.4%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$75,800	-$18,090 (-19.3%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.0804 Financial Planning and Services. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to plan and manage the financial interests and growth of individuals and institutions. Includes instruction in portfolio management, investment management, estate planning, insurance, tax planning, strategic investing and planning, financial consulting services, and client relations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$85,110	-$75,100 (-46.9%)
13-2071	Credit Counselors	$55,890	$55,880	-$10 (+-0%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)
41-3031	Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents	$110,400	$118,670	+$8,270 (+7.5%)

52.0901 Hospitality Administration/Management, General. (Cert2y+)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9051	Food Service Managers	$72,370	$61,470	-$10,900 (-15.1%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$66,860	-$20,200 (-23.2%)
11-9081	Lodging Managers	$77,460	$53,110	-$24,350 (-31.4%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$56,060	-$14,560 (-20.6%)

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

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$116,500	-$39,730 (-25.4%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$117,430	-$43,050 (-26.8%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$133,420	-$7,170 (-5.1%)
13-1041	Compliance Officers	$84,980	$72,970	-$12,010 (-14.1%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$62,230	-$17,500 (-21.9%)
13-1075	Labor Relations Specialists	$97,130	$82,480	-$14,650 (-15.1%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$85,270	+$2,350 (+2.8%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$74,430	+$670 (+0.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)
43-4161	Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping	$50,950	$42,900	-$8,050 (-15.8%)

52.1101 International Business/Trade/Commerce. (Cert2y+)

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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$204,480	-$58,450 (-22.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$92,200	-$40,920 (-30.7%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$69,200	-$23,180 (-25.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.1301 Management Science. (BSc, FPD)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$204,480	-$58,450 (-22.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$92,200	-$40,920 (-30.7%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$74,820	-$39,890 (-34.8%)
15-2031	Operations Research Analysts	$99,120	$98,800	-$320 (-0.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$92,140	-$32,450 (-26%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.1304 Actuarial Science. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the mathematical and statistical analysis of risk, and their applications to insurance and other business management problems. Includes instruction in forecasting theory, quantitative and non-quantitative risk measurement methodologies, development of risk tables, secondary data analysis, and computer-assisted research methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-2053	Insurance Underwriters	$90,830	$77,890	-$12,940 (-14.2%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$90,500	-$29,430 (-24.5%)
15-2011	Actuaries	$134,990	$115,110	-$19,880 (-14.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.1399 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

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

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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$102,630	-$46,640 (-31.2%)
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$112,970	-$58,550 (-34.1%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$122,010	-$38,920 (-24.2%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$111,930	-$25,360 (-18.5%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$66,370	-$6,760 (-9.2%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$59,260	-$27,220 (-31.5%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.1402 Marketing Research. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to provide analytical descriptions of consumer behavior patterns and market environments to marketing managers and other business decision-makers. Includes instruction in survey research methods, research design, new product test marketing, exploratory marketing, consumer needs and preferences analysis, geographic analysis, and applications to specific products and markets.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$112,970	-$58,550 (-34.1%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$59,260	-$27,220 (-31.5%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$61,180	-$12,290 (-16.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)

52.1804 Selling Skills and Sales Operations. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to possess the skills associated with direct promotion of products and services to potential customers and to function as independent sales representatives and managers. Includes instruction in consumer psychology, image projection, public speaking and interpersonal communications, sales organization and operations, customer relations, professional standards and ethics, and applicable technical skills.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
41-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers	$52,350	$45,260	-$7,090 (-13.5%)
41-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers	$97,870	$85,890	-$11,980 (-12.2%)
41-2022	Parts Salespersons	$42,390	$42,710	+$320 (+0.8%)
41-3011	Advertising Sales Agents	$76,350	$52,130	-$24,220 (-31.7%)
41-3041	Travel Agents	$52,690	$47,250	-$5,440 (-10.3%)
41-3091	Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel	$81,260	$59,000	-$22,260 (-27.4%)
41-4011	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products	$114,520	$77,830	-$36,690 (-32%)
41-9099	Sales and Related Workers, All Other	$57,030	$50,130	-$6,900 (-12.1%)

52.2001 Construction Management, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to manage, coordinate, and supervise the construction process. Includes instruction in commercial, residential, mechanical, highway/heavy civil, electrical, environmental, industrial, and specialty construction; facilities management; budgeting and cost control; logistics and materials management; organization and scheduling; personnel management and labor relations; site safety; construction contracting; construction processes and techniques; and applicable codes and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$100,880	-$18,780 (-15.7%)

52.9999 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in business, management, marketing and related support services not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

14.0101 Engineering, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$83,790	-$37,930 (-31.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0301 Agricultural Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems, equipment and facilities for production, processing, storage, handling, distribution and use of food, feed, and fiber. Includes applications to aquaculture, forestry, human and natural resources.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2021	Agricultural Engineers	$84,240	$95,090	+$10,850 (+12.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0401 Architectural Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials, systems, and methods used to construct and equip buildings intended for human habitation or other purposes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$83,790	-$37,930 (-31.2%)
25-1031	Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary	$110,360	$104,570	-$5,790 (-5.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0501 Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. (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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$76,720	-$38,300 (-33.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0701 Chemical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems employing chemical processes, such as chemical reactors, kinetic systems, electrochemical systems, energy conservation processes, heat and mass transfer systems, and separation processes; and the applied analysis of chemical problems such as corrosion, particle abrasion, energy loss, pollution, and fluid mechanics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$121,260	-$7,170 (-5.6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0702 Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. (FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems at the interface of chemical engineering and biology, with an emphasis at the molecular level, such as biopharmaceutical processes, protein engineering, metabolic engineering, gene therapy, biomaterials, cell and tissue engineering, and drug delivery. Includes instruction in chemical engineering, thermodynamics, organic chemistry, biochemistry, momentum and heat transfer, cellular and molecular biotechnology, process design, and chemical reactor design.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$76,720	-$38,300 (-33.3%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$121,260	-$7,170 (-5.6%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$83,790	-$37,930 (-31.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0801 Civil Engineering, General. (Cert2y+, 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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$105,510	-$1,540 (-1.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0901 Computer Engineering, General. (Cert2y+)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$104,000	-$31,890 (-23.5%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$132,710	-$9,910 (-6.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$106,590	-$37,980 (-26.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$83,480	-$26,780 (-24.3%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$121,960	-$34,810 (-22.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.0903 Computer Software Engineering. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, analysis, verification, validation, implementation, and maintenance of computer software systems using a variety of computer languages. Includes instruction in discrete mathematics, probability and statistics, computer science, managerial science, and applications to complex computer systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$132,710	-$9,910 (-6.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$106,590	-$37,980 (-26.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$83,480	-$26,780 (-24.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.1001 Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, 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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$180,500	+$39,320 (+27.9%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$121,960	-$34,810 (-22.2%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$107,740	-$13,240 (-10.9%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$97,880	-$34,620 (-26.1%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.1401 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2081	Environmental Engineers	$110,570	$108,540	-$2,030 (-1.8%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$108,040	-$5,730 (-5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.1901 Mechanical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, 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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$66,620	-$16,540 (-19.9%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$180,500	+$39,320 (+27.9%)
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$87,460	-$22,620 (-20.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.3301 Construction Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific, mathematical, and management principles to the planning, design, and building of facilities and structures. Includes instruction in civil engineering, structural principles, site analysis, computer-assisted design, geology, evaluation and testing, materials, contracting, project management, graphic communications, and applicable laws and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$66,620	-$16,540 (-19.9%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$105,510	-$1,540 (-1.4%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$83,790	-$37,930 (-31.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

14.4501 Biological/Biosystems Engineering. (Cert2y+, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and management of biological systems; and includes applications to biology, biochemistry, ecology, and microbiology. Includes instruction in organic chemistry; microbiology; biochemistry; chemical, biological, biochemical, and process engineering; thermodynamics; process control; kinetics and reactor design; electric circuits; biosystem modeling; and bioelectronics and instrumentation.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$139,370	-$36,340 (-20.7%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$76,720	-$38,300 (-33.3%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$83,790	-$37,930 (-31.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$101,090	-$18,250 (-15.3%)

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

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$70,510	-$7,090 (-9.1%)

13.0401 Educational Leadership and Administration, General. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$65,280	+$2,640 (+4.2%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$110,760	-$2,600 (-2.3%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$88,710	-$35,740 (-28.7%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$82,120	-$17,340 (-17.4%)

13.0407 Community College Administration. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the principles and techniques of administering community and junior colleges and related postsecondary systems, the study of community and junior colleges as objects of applied research, and that may prepare individuals to function as administrators in such settings. Includes instruction in community and junior college finance; policy and planning studies; curriculum; faculty and labor relations; higher education law; student services; research on community and junior colleges; institutional research; marketing and promotion; and issues of evaluation, accountability and philosophy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$88,710	-$35,740 (-28.7%)

13.0499 Educational Administration and Supervision, Other. (FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$82,120	-$17,340 (-17.4%)

13.0699 Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research, Other. (PostBacCert, MSc)

Any instructional program in educational evaluation, research and statistics not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$74,820	-$39,890 (-34.8%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$83,840	-$28,490 (-25.4%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	N/A	N/A
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)

13.1001 Special Education and Teaching, General. (BSc)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$58,780	-$13,830 (-19%)
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	$59,650	-$12,660 (-17.5%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$62,930	-$11,680 (-15.7%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$61,780	-$12,400 (-16.7%)
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1017 Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs. (Cert2y+)

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 elementary grades. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities; developing individual education plans; curriculum development, instructional strategies, and classroom management for elementary special education; and teaching elementary education subject matter.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
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

13.1099 Special Education and Teaching, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in special education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$61,780	-$12,400 (-16.7%)

13.1202 Elementary Education and Teaching. (Cert2y+)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$59,220	-$10,570 (-15.1%)

13.1205 Secondary Education and Teaching. (Cert2y+)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1206 Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$55,590	+$14,140 (+34.1%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$59,060	-$7,960 (-11.9%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$59,220	-$10,570 (-15.1%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1301 Agricultural Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$68,060	-$650 (-0.9%)
25-2023	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$68,690	$58,960	-$9,730 (-14.2%)
25-2032	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$70,550	$59,540	-$11,010 (-15.6%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$85,580	-$28,260 (-24.8%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$68,060	-$650 (-0.9%)
25-2023	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$68,690	$58,960	-$9,730 (-14.2%)
25-2032	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$70,550	$59,540	-$11,010 (-15.6%)

13.1305 English/Language Arts Teacher Education. (BSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1123	English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,400	$67,070	-$23,330 (-25.8%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1311 Mathematics Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$72,170	-$20,710 (-22.3%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1312 Music Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1315 Reading Teacher Education. (BSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1316 Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)
25-1043	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	N/A	N/A
25-1051	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$112,950	N/A	N/A
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$87,200	-$15,830 (-15.4%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	N/A	N/A
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$112,240	+$6,780 (+6.4%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1317 Social Science Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach specific social science subjects and programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1323 Chemistry Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$87,200	-$15,830 (-15.4%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1325 French Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$64,300	-$23,370 (-26.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1326 German Language Teacher Education. (BSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$64,300	-$23,370 (-26.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1330 Spanish Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, BSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$64,300	-$23,370 (-26.7%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

13.1399 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in teacher education, specific academic and vocational programs not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$64,310	-$7,300 (-10.2%)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$55,590	+$14,140 (+34.1%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$59,060	-$7,960 (-11.9%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$59,220	-$10,570 (-15.1%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$61,440	-$8,600 (-12.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$44,600	-$20,060 (-31%)

13.9999 Education, Other. (BSc, FPD)

Any instructional program in education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$69,280	-$9,220 (-11.7%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$64,310	-$7,300 (-10.2%)

01.0000 AGRICULTURAL/ANIMAL/PLANT/VETERINARY SCIENCE AND RELATED FIELDS. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

Instructional programs that focus on agriculture, animal, plant, veterinary, and related sciences and that prepares individuals to apply specific knowledge, methods, and techniques to the management and performance of agricultural and veterinary operations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-1011	Animal Scientists	$104,970	$67,990	-$36,980 (-35.2%)
19-1012	Food Scientists and Technologists	$92,190	$80,020	-$12,170 (-13.2%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$44,700	-$4,980 (-10%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)

01.0101 Agricultural Business and Management, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on modern business and economic principles involved in the organization, operation, and management of agricultural enterprises.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
45-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers	$63,360	$54,980	-$8,380 (-13.2%)

01.0103 Agricultural Economics. (Cert2y+, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of economics to the analysis of resource allocation, productivity, investment, and trends in the agricultural sector, both domestically and internationally. Includes instruction in economics and related subfields as well as applicable agricultural fields.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$66,810	-$64,100 (-49%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	N/A	N/A

01.0201 Agricultural Mechanization, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally prepares individuals to sell, select, and service agricultural or agribusiness technical equipment and facilities, including computers, specialized software, power units, machinery, equipment structures, and utilities. Includes instruction in agricultural power systems, planning and selecting materials for the construction of support facilities, mechanical practices associated with irrigation and water conservation, erosion control, and agricultural data processing systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
49-3041	Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians	$55,290	$54,320	-$970 (-1.8%)

01.0601 Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the general production and processing of domesticated plants, shrubs, flowers, foliage, trees, groundcovers, and related plant materials; the management of technical and business operations connected with horticultural services; and the basic scientific principles needed to understand plants and their management and care.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)
37-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers	$59,380	$53,390	-$5,990 (-10.1%)
37-3011	Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers	$40,880	$36,200	-$4,680 (-11.4%)

01.0603 Ornamental Horticulture. (BSc)

A program that focuses on domesticated plants and plant materials used for decorative and recreational applications and prepares individuals to breed, grow, and utilize ornamental plant varieties for commercial and aesthetic purposes. Includes instruction in applicable plant science subjects, the environmental design and artistic aspects of horticultural product usage, and the management of horticultural operations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
37-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers	$59,380	$53,390	-$5,990 (-10.1%)
37-3011	Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers	$40,880	$36,200	-$4,680 (-11.4%)

01.0605 Landscaping and Groundskeeping. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to manage and maintain indoor and/or outdoor ornamental and recreational plants and groundcovers and related conceptual designs established by landscape architects, interior designers, enterprise owners or managers, and individual clients. Includes instruction in applicable principles of horticulture, gardening, plant and soil irrigation and nutrition, turf maintenance, plant maintenance, equipment operation and maintenance, personnel supervision, and purchasing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
37-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers	$59,380	$53,390	-$5,990 (-10.1%)
37-3011	Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers	$40,880	$36,200	-$4,680 (-11.4%)
37-3012	Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation	$45,960	$45,790	-$170 (-0.4%)

01.0607 Turf and Turfgrass Management. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on turfgrasses and related groundcover plants and prepares individuals to develop ornamental or recreational grasses and related products; plant, transplant, and manage grassed areas; and to produce and store turf used for transplantation. Includes instruction in applicable plant sciences, genetics of grasses, turf science, use analysis, turf management, and related economics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
37-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers	$59,380	$53,390	-$5,990 (-10.1%)
37-3011	Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers	$40,880	$36,200	-$4,680 (-11.4%)
37-3012	Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation	$45,960	$45,790	-$170 (-0.4%)

01.0608 Floriculture/Floristry Operations and Management. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to operate and manage commercial and contract florist enterprises, supply and delivery services, and flower catering services. Includes instruction in the applicable principles of plant science; purchasing, storage, and delivery systems; floral design and arranging; and principles of business management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
41-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers	$52,350	$45,260	-$7,090 (-13.5%)

01.0802 Agricultural Communication/Journalism. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply journalistic, communication, and broadcasting principles to the development, production, and transmittal of agricultural information. Includes instruction in basic journalism, broadcasting, film/video, and communication techniques; the production of technically specialized information products for agricultural audiences; and the principles of agricultural sciences and business operations needed to develop and communicate agricultural subject matter in effective ways.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$39,910	-$66,120 (-62.4%)
27-4011	Audio and Video Technicians	$61,370	$51,050	-$10,320 (-16.8%)

01.0901 Animal Sciences, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD, AltPostMSc)

A general program that focuses on the scientific principles that underlie the breeding and husbandry of agricultural animals, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products. Includes instruction in the animal sciences, animal husbandry and production, and agricultural and food products processing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
19-1011	Animal Scientists	$104,970	$67,990	-$36,980 (-35.2%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$44,700	-$4,980 (-10%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)
45-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers	$63,360	$54,980	-$8,380 (-13.2%)

01.0903 Animal Health. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles to the study, prevention, and control of diseases in agricultural animal populations. Includes instruction in environmental science, pharmacology, animal population studies, genetics, animal physiology and diet, disease prevention, treatment methodologies, and laboratory and testing procedures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
19-1011	Animal Scientists	$104,970	$67,990	-$36,980 (-35.2%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)

01.1001 Food Science. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of biological, chemical, and physical principles to the study of converting raw agricultural products into processed forms suitable for direct human consumption, and the storage of such products. Includes instruction in applicable aspects of the agricultural sciences, human physiology and nutrition, food chemistry, agricultural products processing, food additives, food preparation and packaging, food storage and shipment, and related aspects of human health and safety including toxicology and pathology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-1012	Food Scientists and Technologists	$92,190	$80,020	-$12,170 (-13.2%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$50,620	-$3,780 (-6.9%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)

01.1099 Food Science and Technology, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in food sciences and technology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-1012	Food Scientists and Technologists	$92,190	$80,020	-$12,170 (-13.2%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$50,620	-$3,780 (-6.9%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)

01.1102 Agronomy and Crop Science. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the chemical, physical, and biological relationships of crops and the soils nurturing them. Includes instruction in the growth and behavior of agricultural crops, the development of new plant varieties, and the scientific management of soils and nutrients for maximum plant nutrition, health, and productivity.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$44,700	-$4,980 (-10%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)
45-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers	$63,360	$54,980	-$8,380 (-13.2%)

01.1103 Horticultural Science. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific principles related to the cultivation of garden and ornamental plants, including fruits, vegetables, flowers, and landscape and nursery crops. Includes instruction in specific types of plants, such as citrus; breeding horticultural varieties; physiology of horticultural species; and the scientific management of horticultural plant development and production through the life cycle.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)

01.1106 Range Science and Management. (Cert2y+, BSc)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of rangelands, arid regions, grasslands, and other areas of low productivity, as well as the principles of managing such resources for maximum benefit and environmental balance. Includes instruction in livestock management, wildlife biology, plant sciences, ecology, soil science, and hydrology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9013	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$97,240	$79,980	-$17,260 (-17.7%)
19-1011	Animal Scientists	$104,970	$67,990	-$36,980 (-35.2%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$77,370	+$3,060 (+4.1%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)
25-1043	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	N/A	N/A
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)

01.1199 Plant Sciences, Other. (FPD)

Any instructional program in plant sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)

01.1201 Soil Science and Agronomy, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally focuses on the scientific classification of soils, soil properties, and their relationship to agricultural crops. Includes instruction in soil chemistry, soil physics, soil biology, soil fertility, morphogenesis, mineralogy, hydrology, agronomy, and soil conservation and management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$44,700	-$4,980 (-10%)
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$88,920	-$8,870 (-9.1%)

01.1302 Pre-Veterinary Studies. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in veterinary medicine.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

01.8301 Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of veterinarians, laboratory animal specialists, and zoological professionals, to provide patient management, care, and clinical procedures assistance as well as owner communication. Includes instruction in animal nursing care, animal health and nutrition, animal handling, clinical pathology, radiology, anesthesiology, dental prophylaxis, surgical assisting, clinical laboratory procedures, office administration skills, patient and owner management, and applicable standards and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$74,880	-$63,020 (-45.7%)
29-2056	Veterinary Technologists and Technicians	$46,280	$38,370	-$7,910 (-17.1%)
31-9096	Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers	$38,990	$32,670	-$6,320 (-16.2%)

01.9999 Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in agricultural, animal, plant, or veterinary science and related fields not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

09.0101 Speech Communication and Rhetoric. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication; speaking and listening; verbal and nonverbal interaction; rhetorical theory and criticism; performance studies; argumentation and persuasion; technologically mediated communication; popular culture; and various contextual applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$123,330	-$40,190 (-24.6%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$43,020	-$37,090 (-46.3%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$55,510	-$24,800 (-30.9%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$72,850	-$12,930 (-15.1%)
27-3099	Media and Communication Workers, All Other	$84,870	N/A	N/A

09.0401 Journalism. (BSc, PostBacCert)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$39,910	-$66,120 (-62.4%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$43,910	-$41,790 (-48.8%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$72,850	-$12,930 (-15.1%)
43-9081	Proofreaders and Copy Markers	$52,730	$50,280	-$2,450 (-4.6%)

09.0402 Broadcast Journalism. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the methods and techniques for reporting, producing, and delivering news and news programs via radio, television, and video/film media; and that prepares individuals to be professional broadcast journalists, editors, producers, directors, and managers. Includes instruction in the principles of broadcast technology; broadcast reporting; on- and off-camera and microphone procedures and techniques; program, sound, and video/film editing; program design and production; media law and policy; and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$43,020	-$37,090 (-46.3%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$39,910	-$66,120 (-62.4%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$43,910	-$41,790 (-48.8%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$72,850	-$12,930 (-15.1%)

09.0499 Journalism, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in journalism not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$39,910	-$66,120 (-62.4%)

09.0900 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$102,630	-$46,640 (-31.2%)
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$123,330	-$40,190 (-24.6%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$111,930	-$25,360 (-18.5%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$66,370	-$6,760 (-9.2%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$55,510	-$24,800 (-30.9%)

09.0902 Public Relations/Image Management. (BSc)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$102,630	-$46,640 (-31.2%)
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$123,330	-$40,190 (-24.6%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$111,930	-$25,360 (-18.5%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$66,370	-$6,760 (-9.2%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$55,510	-$24,800 (-30.9%)

09.0906 Sports Communication. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the methods and techniques for communicating about sports in a variety of formats, media, and contexts; and that prepares individuals to be sports reporters and writers, photojournalists, radio and television announcers, producers and directors, recreational sports promoters, and public relations specialists. Includes instruction in sports writing, photography, broadcast journalism, sports production, game rules, media and public relations, and sports promotion.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-1011	Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes	$165,600	N/A	N/A
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$79,640	-$10,700 (-11.8%)
27-2099	Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$43,020	-$37,090 (-46.3%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$39,910	-$66,120 (-62.4%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$55,510	-$24,800 (-30.9%)

19.0401 Family Resource Management Studies, General. (BSc)

A general program that focuses on the design and implementation of policies and processes contributing to successful individual and family resource management. Includes instruction in financial goal-setting and strategies; household income, assets, and debt management; preventing and resolving financial difficulties; and the use of relevant public resources.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$85,110	-$75,100 (-46.9%)
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	N/A	N/A
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)

19.0499 Family and Consumer Economics and Related Services, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in family and consumer economics and related services not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	N/A	N/A
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)

19.0501 Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A general program that focuses on the role of foods and nutrition in human health and wellness. Includes instruction in nutritional care and education, the planning and provision of food services, the development of consumable food products, life-span nutrition and wellness, the principles of nutritional assessment, and food safety and food composition.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	N/A	N/A
29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$65,200	-$9,570 (-12.8%)
29-2051	Dietetic Technicians	$39,560	$38,390	-$1,170 (-3%)

19.0701 Human Development and Family Studies, General. (PostBacCert)

A general program that focuses on basic human developmental and behavioral characteristics of the individual within the context of the family. Includes instruction in the conditions that influence human growth and development; strategies that promote growth and development across the life span; and the study of family systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	N/A	N/A

19.0711 Early Childhood and Family Studies. (BSc)

A program of study that focuses on the development and learning of children from birth to six years old within the context of the family. Includes instruction in child abuse and neglect, child and infant growth and development, early childhood education, early childhood language and literacy, early childhood math and science, early childhood special education, family literacy, family sociology, family and marriage relations, assessment and measurement, psychology, and psychopathology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$125,420	+$14,080 (+12.6%)
21-1099	Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other	$58,360	$50,830	-$7,530 (-12.9%)
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)
39-9011	Childcare Workers	$33,140	$28,970	-$4,170 (-12.6%)

19.0901 Apparel and Textiles, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A general program that focuses on the development of textile products and their distribution and use in terms of the psychological, social, economic, and physical needs of consumers. Includes instruction in the production, distribution, marketing, and end use of various apparel and textile products.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	N/A	N/A
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$63,030	+$2,560 (+4.2%)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	N/A	N/A
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$44,700	-$4,980 (-10%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$50,620	-$3,780 (-6.9%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,030	-$7,990 (-13.8%)
19-4092	Forensic Science Technicians	$75,260	$66,130	-$9,130 (-12.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

26.0102 Biomedical Sciences, General. (FPD)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,030	-$7,990 (-13.8%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.0202 Biochemistry. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems, their fundamental chemical substances and reactions, and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems, with particular reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Includes instruction in bio-organic chemistry, protein chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, bioseparations, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, and research methods and equipment operation.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$86,770	-$28,800 (-24.9%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$50,620	-$3,780 (-6.9%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,030	-$7,990 (-13.8%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.0301 Botany/Plant Biology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of plants, related microbial organisms, and plant habitats and ecosystem relations. Includes instruction in plant anatomy and structure, phytochemistry, cytology, plant genetics, plant morphology and physiology, plant ecology, plant taxonomy and systematics, paleobotany, and applications of biophysics and molecular biology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.0305 Plant Pathology/Phytopathology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of plant diseases and plant health, and the development of disease control mechanisms. Includes instruction in plant anatomy and physiology, pathogenesis, molecular plant virology, molecular genetics, bacterial epidemiology, causal agent identification, host/agent interactions, disease resistance and response mechanisms, developing plant disease treatments, disease prevention, and disease physiology and control.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$71,010	-$12,030 (-14.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.0502 Microbiology, General. (Cert2y+)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$94,960	-$240 (-0.3%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$50,620	-$3,780 (-6.9%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,030	-$7,990 (-13.8%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.0702 Entomology. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of insect species and populations in respect of their life cycles, morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, taxonomy, population dynamics, and environmental and economic impacts. Includes instruction in applicable biological and physical sciences as well as insect toxicology and the biochemical control of insect populations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$58,070	-$19,850 (-25.5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.1199 Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology, Other. (FPD)

Any instructional program in biomathematics, bioinformatics, and computational biology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
15-2021	Mathematicians	$122,520	N/A	N/A
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$92,140	-$32,450 (-26%)
15-2099	Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other	$84,700	N/A	N/A
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

26.9999 Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in the biological and biomedical sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$113,500	-$60,000 (-34.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	N/A	N/A
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$76,230	-$25,110 (-24.8%)

42.0101 Psychology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3032	Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	$134,400	N/A	N/A
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$81,990	-$24,860 (-23.3%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$125,420	+$14,080 (+12.6%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$52,210	-$11,350 (-17.9%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$91,100	-$2,430 (-2.6%)

42.2706 Behavioral Neuroscience. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the biological bases of behavior and psychological functioning, and their application to experimental and therapeutic research problems. Includes instruction in functional neuroanatomy, neural system development, biochemical neural regulatory mechanisms, neurological biophysics, memory storage and retrieval, physiology of cognition and perception, physiological bases of psychopathology and behavioral disorders, psychopharmacology, comparative psychobiology, molecular and cellular neuroscience, brain science, anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system, and specialized experimental design and research methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$84,990	-$15,450 (-15.4%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	N/A	N/A
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$125,420	+$14,080 (+12.6%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$91,100	-$2,430 (-2.6%)

42.2806 Educational Psychology. (BSc, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of psychology to the study of the behavior of individuals in the roles of teacher and learner, the nature and effects of learning environments, and the psychological effects of methods, resources, organization and non-school experience on the educational process. Includes instruction in learning theory, human growth and development, research methods, and psychological evaluation.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3034	School Psychologists	$93,610	$80,370	-$13,240 (-14.1%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$125,420	+$14,080 (+12.6%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$91,100	-$2,430 (-2.6%)

42.2811 Family Psychology. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to provide therapeutic, evaluative, and research services to families and individuals in the family unit context. Includes instruction in natural and family systems theory, family and group rituals, family evaluation and assessment, marital and couples therapy, sex therapy, parenting, interviewing techniques, genogram construction, family sculpting, diversity issues, family violence, family law, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$81,990	-$24,860 (-23.3%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$125,420	+$14,080 (+12.6%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$91,100	-$2,430 (-2.6%)

45.0201 Anthropology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$92,330	+$21,260 (+29.9%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	N/A	N/A

45.0202 Physical and Biological Anthropology. (BSc)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$92,330	+$21,260 (+29.9%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	N/A	N/A

45.0299 Anthropology, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in Anthropology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$92,330	+$21,260 (+29.9%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	N/A	N/A

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 Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$83,840	-$28,490 (-25.4%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$92,140	-$32,450 (-26%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$66,810	-$64,100 (-49%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$52,210	-$11,350 (-17.9%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	N/A	N/A

45.0701 Geography. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$55,330	-$1,560 (-2.7%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	N/A	N/A
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	N/A	N/A

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
17-1021	Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	$82,860	$77,700	-$5,160 (-6.2%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$55,330	-$1,560 (-2.7%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	N/A	N/A
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	N/A	N/A

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	N/A	N/A
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$52,210	-$11,350 (-17.9%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$93,600	-$11,560 (-11%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)

45.1101 Sociology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	N/A	N/A
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$52,210	-$11,350 (-17.9%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$91,830	-$5,440 (-5.6%)

45.1103 Rural Sociology. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the structure and function of rural societies. Includes instruction in sociological theory, research methods, statistics, sociology of agriculture, community development, social and economic development, demography, rural poverty, gender roles in rural societies, and environmental sociology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$105,240	-$44,650 (-29.8%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	N/A	N/A
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$91,830	-$5,440 (-5.6%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$65,140	-$27,810 (-29.9%)

50.0102 Digital Arts. (Cert2y+)

A general, undifferentiated program that focuses on the use of computerized digital images as the primary medium of expression in the visual and performing arts, and that may prepare individuals for a wide variety of careers using new media, including graphic design, digital animation, motion graphics, 3D visualization, game and interactive media design, music and sound design, video production, web design, photography, and other fields.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-1011	Art Directors	$128,100	$75,880	-$52,220 (-40.8%)
27-1014	Special Effects Artists and Animators	$110,110	$57,990	-$52,120 (-47.3%)
27-1019	Artists and Related Workers, All Other	$79,490	N/A	N/A
27-1024	Graphic Designers	$68,610	$49,680	-$18,930 (-27.6%)
27-4021	Photographers	$55,650	N/A	N/A

50.0301 Dance, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that prepares individuals to express ideas, feelings, and/or inner visions through the performance of one or more of the dance disciplines, including but not limited to ballet, modern, jazz, ethnic, and folk dance, and that focuses on the study and analysis of dance as a cultural phenomenon. Includes instruction in technique, choreography, Laban notation, dance history and criticism, and dance production.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-2031	Dancers	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-2032	Choreographers	$62,020	N/A	N/A

50.0409 Graphic Design. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$58,130	-$53,320 (-47.8%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-1011	Art Directors	$128,100	$75,880	-$52,220 (-40.8%)
27-1014	Special Effects Artists and Animators	$110,110	$57,990	-$52,120 (-47.3%)
27-1019	Artists and Related Workers, All Other	$79,490	N/A	N/A
27-1024	Graphic Designers	$68,610	$49,680	-$18,930 (-27.6%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-2011	Actors	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-2012	Producers and Directors	$114,280	$64,440	-$49,840 (-43.6%)
27-2099	Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0506 Acting. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the achievement of naturalistic and believable behavior in imaginary circumstances. Includes instruction in voice and acting speech, stage dialects, movement, improvisation, acting styles, theatre history, script interpretation, and actor coaching.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-2011	Actors	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0601 Film/Cinema/Media Studies. (Cert2y+)

A program in the visual arts that focuses on the study of the history, development, theory, and criticism of the film/media arts, as well as the basic principles of filmmaking and film production.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-2012	Producers and Directors	$114,280	$64,440	-$49,840 (-43.6%)

50.0702 Fine/Studio Arts, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to generally function as creative artists in the visual and plastic media. Includes instruction in the traditional fine arts media (drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, CAD/CAM) and/or modern media (ceramics, textiles, intermedia, photography, digital images), theory of art, color theory, composition and perspective, anatomy, the techniques and procedures for maintaining equipment and managing a studio, and art portfolio marketing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
27-1013	Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators	$76,450	$45,560	-$30,890 (-40.4%)
27-1019	Artists and Related Workers, All Other	$79,490	N/A	N/A

50.0703 Art History, Criticism and Conservation. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the study of the historical development of art as social and intellectual phenomenon, the analysis of works of art, and art conservation. Includes instruction in the theory of art, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of art, and the study of specific periods, cultures, styles, and themes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$79,530	-$22,710 (-22.2%)
25-4011	Archivists	$67,620	N/A	N/A
25-4012	Curators	$70,060	$69,600	-$460 (-0.7%)
25-4013	Museum Technicians and Conservators	$53,630	$48,410	-$5,220 (-9.7%)

50.0901 Music, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Nebraska

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Nebraska Avg	NE vs US
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$60,400	-$13,300 (-18%)
27-2042	Musicians and Singers	N/A	N/A	N/A