University of Washington (UW), Seattle Campus : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

51.0201 Communication Sciences and Disorders, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of biomedical, psychological, and physical principles to the study of the scientific bases, development, and treatment of speech, language, hearing, and cognitive communication problems caused by disease, injury, or disability. Includes instruction in language science, hearing science, speech and voice science, biology of communication, behavioral linguistics, psychology, and applications to the development of diagnostic and rehabilitative strategies and technologies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1127	Speech-Language Pathologists	$95,840	$110,950	+$15,110 (+15.8%)
29-1181	Audiologists	$95,320	$123,500	+$28,180 (+29.6%)

51.0202 Audiology/Audiologist. (FPD, GradCert)

A program that prepares individuals to diagnose and treat hearing loss and other disorders involving the ear, advise patients on means to use their remaining hearing, and select and fit hearing aids and other devices. Includes instruction in acoustics, anatomy and physiology of hearing, hearing measurement, auditory pathology, middle and inner ear analysis, rehabilitation therapies and assistive technologies, and pediatric and other special applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1181	Audiologists	$95,320	$123,500	+$28,180 (+29.6%)

51.0203 Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to evaluate the speaking, language interpretation, and related physiological and cognitive capabilities of children and/or adults and develop treatment and rehabilitative solutions in consultation with clinicians and educators. Includes instruction in the anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing, biomechanics of swallowing and vocal articulation, communications disorders, psychology of auditory function and cognitive communication, language assessment and diagnostic techniques, and rehabilitative and management therapies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1127	Speech-Language Pathologists	$95,840	$110,950	+$15,110 (+15.8%)

51.0401 Dentistry. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of dentistry/dental medicine, encompassing the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area, and adjacent structures and their impact on the human body and health. Includes instruction in the basic biomedical sciences, occlusion, dental health and prevention, oral pathology, cariology, operative dentistry, oral radiology, principles of the various dental specialties, pain management, oral medicine, clinic and health care management, patient counseling, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1021	Dentists, General	$196,100	$196,380	+$280 (+0.1%)

51.0501 Dental Clinical Sciences, General. (PostBacCert, FPD)

An integrated or undifferentiated program that generally prepares dentists in one or more of the oral sciences and advanced/graduate dentistry specialties.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1029	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$246,530	N/A	N/A

51.0502 Advanced General Dentistry. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the advanced study of dental clinical techniques and dental practice issues. Includes instruction in subjects such as the history of dentistry, advanced dental practice management, dental ethics and jurisprudence, social and behavioral science studies of dentistry, advanced restorative dentistry, oral medicine, oral radiology, advanced clinical procedures and technology, and others.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1021	Dentists, General	$196,100	$196,380	+$280 (+0.1%)

51.0503 Oral Biology and Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the growth, development, diseases, healing properties, and neurological components of the oral cavity, related tissues and organs, and associated craniofacial areas. Includes instruction in oral microbiology microanatomy, craniofacial pain, humoral aspects of disease, etiology and histology of caries, plaque ecology, wound healing, oral disease epidemiology, oral manifestations of systemic disease, lesions, normal and pathologic physiology, and related molecular and physical studies.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
29-1029	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$246,530	N/A	N/A

51.0506 Endodontics/Endodontology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the advanced study of the morphology, physiology, and pathology of human dental pulp and periradicular tissues, and prepares dentists to diagnose and treat internal diseases and injuries of teeth. Includes instruction in theory and practice of endodontics; pulpal disease; relationship of endodontic conditions to other dental/oral health issues; endodontic operative technique; and patient care and management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1029	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$246,530	N/A	N/A

51.0508 Orthodontics/Orthodontology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the advanced study of the guidance of growing dental structures and the correction of misalignments, disproportionate growth, and traumas caused by genetics, disease, injuries, and dysfunctional behaviors. Includes instruction in craniofacial growth and development, malocclusion, design and fabrication of orthodontic appliances, craniofacial alignment, physiological function and analysis, cephalometrics, model analysis, space analysis, surgical orthodontics, cleft lip and palate, and treatment planning and management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1023	Orthodontists	$254,620	$239,200	-$15,420 (-6.1%)

51.0509 Pediatric Dentistry/Pedodontics. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the advanced study of the therapeutic and preventive care of the oral health of children from birth through adolescence, and the care of adults with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. Includes instruction in developmental oral biology, preventive medicine, diet therapy and counseling, patient management, pediatric restorative procedures, pulp therapy, trauma management, anesthesia, treatment planning, and the treatment of handicapped patients.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1021	Dentists, General	$196,100	$196,380	+$280 (+0.1%)

51.0510 Periodontics/Periodontology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the advanced study of the etiology and treatment of diseases of the gingivae (gum tissue) and supporting bone, nerve, and vascular structures. Includes instruction in periodontium pathology, diagnostic procedures and equipment, occulsion, nutritional aspects of periodontology, surgical treatments, and patient care and management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1029	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$246,530	N/A	N/A

51.0511 Prosthodontics/Prosthodontology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the advanced study of the restoration and maintenance of teeth, oral function, and aesthetic form through the use of single or compound materials, structures, and artificial devices. Includes instruction in implant dentistry, surgical procedures, denture design and fabrication, fixed and removable prosthodontics, restorative techniques, occlusion therapy and devices, geriatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and tempromandibular joint dysfunction.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1024	Prosthodontists	$258,660	N/A	N/A

51.0599 Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences, Other. (FPD)

Any instructional program in advanced/graduate dentistry and oral sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1029	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$246,530	N/A	N/A

51.0602 Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to clean teeth and apply preventive materials, provide oral health education and treatment counseling to patients, identify oral pathologies and injuries, and manage dental hygiene practices. Includes instruction in dental anatomy, microbiology, and pathology; dental hygiene theory and techniques; cleaning equipment operation and maintenance; dental materials; radiology; patient education and counseling; office management; supervised clinical training; and professional standards.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1292	Dental Hygienists	$93,890	$112,360	+$18,470 (+19.7%)

51.0701 Health/Health Care Administration/Management. (PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)

51.0706 Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to plan, design, and manage systems, processes, and facilities used to collect, store, secure, retrieve, analyze, and transmit medical records and other health information used by clinical professionals and health care organizations. Includes instruction in the principles and basic content of the biomedical and clinical sciences, information technology and applications, data and database management, clinical research methodologies, health information resources and systems, office management, legal requirements, and professional standards.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
29-2072	Medical Records Specialists	$55,970	$56,260	+$290 (+0.5%)
29-9021	Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars	$73,410	$57,940	-$15,470 (-21.1%)

51.0904 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-2042	Emergency Medical Technicians	$44,790	$43,540	-$1,250 (-2.8%)
29-2043	Paramedics	$60,610	$71,910	+$11,300 (+18.6%)

51.0907 Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to administer prescribed courses of radiation treatment, manage patients undergoing radiation therapy, and maintain pertinent records. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, oncologic pathology, radiation biology, radiation oncology procedures and techniques, radiation dosimetry, tumor localization, treatment planning, patient communication and management, data collection, record-keeping, and applicable standards and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1124	Radiation Therapists	$110,820	$170,190	+$59,370 (+53.6%)
29-2034	Radiologic Technologists and Technicians	$79,760	$84,520	+$4,760 (+6%)
29-2036	Medical Dosimetrists	$141,420	$200,020	+$58,600 (+41.4%)
29-2099	Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other	$56,370	$62,060	+$5,690 (+10.1%)

51.0912 Physician Associate/Assistant. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1071	Physician Assistants	$136,900	$149,010	+$12,110 (+8.8%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-2011	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1201 Medicine. (FPD, Spec)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
29-1211	Anesthesiologists	$336,640	N/A	N/A
29-1212	Cardiologists	$432,490	N/A	N/A
29-1213	Dermatologists	$347,810	N/A	N/A
29-1214	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$320,700	$311,180	-$9,520 (-3%)
29-1215	Family Medicine Physicians	$256,830	$286,270	+$29,440 (+11.5%)
29-1216	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$262,710	$333,900	+$71,190 (+27.1%)
29-1217	Neurologists	$286,310	$267,820	-$18,490 (-6.5%)
29-1218	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$281,130	N/A	N/A
29-1221	Pediatricians, General	$222,340	$175,640	-$46,700 (-21%)
29-1222	Physicians, Pathologists	$266,020	$245,320	-$20,700 (-7.8%)
29-1223	Psychiatrists	$269,120	$247,660	-$21,460 (-8%)
29-1224	Radiologists	$359,820	$320,370	-$39,450 (-11%)
29-1229	Physicians, All Other	$253,470	$317,800	+$64,330 (+25.4%)
29-1241	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$301,500	$306,280	+$4,780 (+1.6%)
29-1242	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric	$365,060	N/A	N/A
29-1243	Pediatric Surgeons	$450,810	N/A	N/A
29-1249	Surgeons, All Other	$371,280	$341,510	-$29,770 (-8%)

51.1401 Medical Science/Scientist. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$108,930	+$14,770 (+15.7%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)

51.1503 Clinical/Medical Social Work. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals for the specialized professional practice of social work, in collaboration with other health care professionals, in hospitals and other health care facilities and organizations. Includes instruction in social work, psychiatric case work, clinical interviewing techniques, therapeutic intervention strategies, patient testing and evaluation, patient and family counseling, social rehabilitation, patient care planning, record-keeping, and support services liaison.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
21-1011	Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors	N/A	N/A	N/A
21-1014	Mental Health Counselors	N/A	N/A	N/A
21-1022	Healthcare Social Workers	$72,030	$69,940	-$2,090 (-2.9%)
21-1023	Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers	$68,290	$72,000	+$3,710 (+5.4%)
25-1113	Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,880	$80,060	-$1,820 (-2.2%)

51.1509 Genetic Counseling/Counselor. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to counsel patients and families concerning inherited genetic disorders and diseases; assess risk factors and planning options associated with potential and actual inherited conditions; and serve as patient advocates and provide referral services in relation to private and public support services. Includes instruction in clinical/medical genetics, methods of genetic testing, interviewing and counseling skills, genetic and support services delivery, principles of public health, medical ethics, law and regulations, patient advocacy, and professional standards.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$105,240	+$2,350 (+2.3%)

51.2001 Pharmacy. (PostBacCert, FPD, Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent or employed practice of preparing and dispensing drugs and medications in consultation with prescribing physicians and other health care professionals, and for managing pharmacy practices and counseling patients. Includes instruction in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacy practice, pharmacy administration, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1051	Pharmacists	$137,210	$147,040	+$9,830 (+7.2%)

51.2003 Pharmaceutics and Drug Design. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the formulation of medicinal substances into product vehicles capable of being stored, transported, and then introduced into the patient and behaving in ways optimal to therapeutic interaction. Includes instruction in statistics, biopharmaceutics, drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, physical pharmacy, pharmacological analysis, drug design and development, pharmacological biotechnology, chemical separations, spectroscopy, drug-host interactions, immunology, quantitative drug measurement, enzymatic transformations, and metabolic excretion.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$95,860	-$19,710 (-17.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2004 Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of chemistry to the study of biologically and clinically active substances, biological and pharmacological interactions, and the development of associated research methods, techniques, and clinical trial procedures. Includes instruction in organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular graphics, rational drug design, toxicology, molecular biology, pharmacology, enzyme mechanisms, receptor theory, neurochemistry, drug metabolism, drug synthesis, biological mechanisms of drug action, research tools and techniques, and laboratory safety.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
19-2031	Chemists	$95,940	$82,880	-$13,060 (-13.6%)
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$90,090	-$12,940 (-12.6%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2006 Clinical and Industrial Drug Development. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific application of pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and industrial management to the development, production, marketing, and distribution of pharmaceutical products. Includes instruction in industrial microbiology, plasmids, expression vectors, protein chemistry, assay and evaluation, drug synthesis and purification, quality control, industrial management, production security, patent procedures, intellectual property regulations and issues, patent enforcement and defense, and research design and testing.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$144,790	+$15,610 (+12.1%)
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2007 Pharmacoeconomics/Pharmaceutical Economics. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of economics and policy analysis to the study of the relationship of pharmacy services and pharmaceutical processes and products to the health care system and their impact on health care organizations. Includes instruction in health economics, pharmacoeconomics, health care systems, health care organization and management, statistics and biostatistics, outcomes research, health care policy, pharmacy services, and pharmaceutical industry operations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$146,040	+$15,130 (+11.6%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$110,430	-$22,710 (-17.1%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2010 Pharmaceutical Sciences. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the basic sciences that underlie drugs and drug therapy and that prepares individuals for further study and/or careers in pharmaceutical science and research, pharmaceutical administration and sales, biotechnology, drug manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and related fields. Includes instruction in mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, statistics, pharmaceutics, pharmacology and toxicology, dosage formulation, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2099 Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, and administration not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2201 Public Health, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$64,360	-$7,340 (-10.2%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$54,100	-$1,870 (-3.3%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2202 Environmental Health. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$108,930	+$14,770 (+15.7%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$82,410	-$6,230 (-7%)
19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$89,670	+$1,010 (+1.1%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$58,030	-$5,770 (-9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2206 Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares public health specialists to monitor and evaluate health and related safety standards in industrial, commercial, and government workplaces and facilities. Includes instruction in occupational health and safety standards and regulations; health-related aspects of various occupations and work environments; health hazard testing and evaluation; test equipment operation and maintenance; industrial toxicology; worker health and safety education; and the analysis and testing of job-related equipment, behavior practices, and protective devices and procedures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$89,670	+$1,010 (+1.1%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$58,030	-$5,770 (-9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2207 Public Health Education and Promotion. (Cert2y+)

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

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$64,360	-$7,340 (-10.2%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$54,100	-$1,870 (-3.3%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2208 Community Health and Preventive Medicine. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$54,100	-$1,870 (-3.3%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$64,360	-$7,340 (-10.2%)

51.2211 Health Services Administration. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)

51.2299 Public Health, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in public health not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

51.2306 Occupational Therapy/Therapist. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1122	Occupational Therapists	$98,240	$107,040	+$8,800 (+9%)

51.2307 Orthotist/Prosthetist. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals, in consultation with physicians and other therapists, to design and fit orthoses for patients with disabling conditions of the limbs and/or spine, and prostheses for patients who have partial or total absence of a limb or significant superficial deformity. Includes instruction in biomechanics, gait analysis, pathomechanics, kinesiology, pathology, neuroanatomy, materials science, diagnostic imaging, patient analysis and measurement, impression taking, model rectification, assistive/restorative technology and engineering applications, product finishing, diagnostic and definitive fitting and alignment, power devices, postoperative management, and patient counseling and follow-up.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-2091	Orthotists and Prosthetists	$81,330	$94,180	+$12,850 (+15.8%)
51-9082	Medical Appliance Technicians	$51,410	$57,520	+$6,110 (+11.9%)

51.2308 Physical Therapy/Therapist. (Cert2y+, FPD, GradCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1123	Physical Therapists	$102,400	$103,170	+$770 (+0.8%)

51.2399 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in rehabilitation and therapeutic professions not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)
29-1129	Therapists, All Other	$73,800	$98,500	+$24,700 (+33.5%)

51.2706 Medical Informatics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of computer science and software engineering to medical research and clinical information technology support, and the development of advanced imaging, database, and decision systems. Includes instruction in computer science, health information systems architecture, medical knowledge structures, medical language and image processing, quantitative medical decision modeling, imaging techniques, electronic medical records, medical research systems, clinical decision support, and informatics aspects of specific research and practice problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$111,640	-$5,060 (-4.3%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$90,960	-$3,510 (-3.7%)
29-9021	Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars	$73,410	$57,940	-$15,470 (-21.1%)

51.3101 Dietetics/Dietitian. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to integrate and apply the principles of the food and nutrition sciences, human behavior, and the biomedical sciences to design and manage effective nutrition programs in a variety of settings. Includes instruction in human nutrition; nutrient metabolism; the role of foods and nutrition in health promotion and disease prevention; planning and directing food service activities; diet and nutrition analysis and planning; supervision of food storage and preparation; client education; and professional standards and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$72,580	-$2,190 (-2.9%)
29-2051	Dietetic Technicians	$39,560	$48,380	+$8,820 (+22.3%)

51.3102 Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$72,580	-$2,190 (-2.9%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)

51.3802 Nursing Administration. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.3805 Family Practice Nurse/Nursing. (GradCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.3806 Maternal/Child Health and Neonatal Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to provide prenatal care to pregnant women and to mothers and their newborn infants. Includes instruction in perinatal and newborn health assessment, stabilization, and care; pathophysiology of pregnancy, fetuses, and the newborn; clinical management of high-risk pregnancies and newborns; perinatal and neonatal technology and clinical procedures; and patient education.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.3808 Nursing Science. (FPD)

A research program that focuses on the study of advanced clinical practices, research methodologies, the administration of complex nursing services, and that prepares nurses to further the progress of nursing research through experimentation and clinical applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.3811 Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares registered nurses to promote health and provide preventive and curative nursing services for groups or communities under the supervision of a public health agency. Includes instruction in community and rural health, family therapy and intervention, disease prevention, health education, and community health assessment.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.3818 Nursing Practice. (FPD, GradCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$145,800	+$8,070 (+5.9%)
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.3899 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research, and clinical nursing not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$76,150	-$10,940 (-12.6%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$103,940	+$5,510 (+5.6%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$144,100	+$12,100 (+9.2%)

51.9999 Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. (PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

11.0101 Computer and Information Sciences, General. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$172,070	-$15,920 (-8.5%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$101,980	-$9,980 (-8.9%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$124,230	-$11,660 (-8.6%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$92,400	-$15,040 (-14%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$94,830	-$6,360 (-6.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$116,650	+$6,390 (+5.8%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$105,080	-$6,370 (-5.7%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$111,640	-$5,060 (-4.3%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$73,230	-$32,600 (-30.8%)

11.0102 Artificial Intelligence. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$142,630	-$1,940 (-1.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	N/A	N/A
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$73,230	-$32,600 (-30.8%)

11.0103 Information Technology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$172,070	-$15,920 (-8.5%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$101,980	-$9,980 (-8.9%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$114,530	-$13,200 (-10.3%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$124,230	-$11,660 (-8.6%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$142,630	-$1,940 (-1.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$116,650	+$6,390 (+5.8%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	N/A	N/A

11.0104 Informatics. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on computer systems from a user-centered perspective and studies the structure, behavior and interactions of natural and artificial systems that store, process and communicate information. Includes instruction in information sciences, human computer interaction, information system analysis and design, telecommunications structure and information architecture and management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$142,630	-$1,940 (-1.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$116,650	+$6,390 (+5.8%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$105,080	-$6,370 (-5.7%)

11.0105 Human-Centered Technology Design. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on incorporating a human perspective into designing, researching, and creating technological interfaces. Includes instruction in design, human-computer interaction, learning, neuroscience, perception, product design, user-centered design, and usability.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$105,080	-$6,370 (-5.7%)

11.0401 Information Science/Studies. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$172,070	-$15,920 (-8.5%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$142,630	-$1,940 (-1.3%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$105,080	-$6,370 (-5.7%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$111,640	-$5,060 (-4.3%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$73,230	-$32,600 (-30.8%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$172,070	-$15,920 (-8.5%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$114,530	-$13,200 (-10.3%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$214,540	+$62,230 (+40.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$96,540	+$16,930 (+21.3%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$99,120	-$4,520 (-4.4%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$142,630	-$1,940 (-1.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$116,650	+$6,390 (+5.8%)
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$108,960	+$10,170 (+10.3%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$105,080	-$6,370 (-5.7%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$111,640	-$5,060 (-4.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	N/A	N/A
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$73,230	-$32,600 (-30.8%)

11.1099 Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in computer/information technology services administration and management not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

14.0101 Engineering, General. (PostBacCert)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.0201 Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of aircraft, missiles, space vehicles, and their systems; applied research on flight and orbital characteristics; and the development of systems and procedures for the launching, guidance, and control of air and space vehicles.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$144,000	+$2,820 (+2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$126,950	+$11,930 (+10.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.0601 Ceramic Sciences and Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of inorganic non-metallic materials, such as porcelains, cements, industrial ceramics, ceramic superconductors, abrasive, and related materials and systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$131,180	+$2,750 (+2.1%)
17-2131	Materials Engineers	$116,380	$152,420	+$36,040 (+31%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.0701 Chemical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$131,180	+$2,750 (+2.1%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.0702 Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. (Cert2y+)

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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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$126,950	+$11,930 (+10.4%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$131,180	+$2,750 (+2.1%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$104,990	-$2,060 (-1.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.0804 Transportation and Highway Engineering. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of total systems for the physical movement of people, materials and information, including general network design and planning, facilities planning, site evaluation, transportation management systems, needs projections and analysis, and analysis of costs.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$104,990	-$2,060 (-1.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.0899 Civil Engineering, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in civil engineering not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$104,990	-$2,060 (-1.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

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	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$124,230	-$11,660 (-8.6%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$142,630	-$1,940 (-1.3%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$116,650	+$6,390 (+5.8%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$157,760	+$990 (+0.6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$144,000	+$2,820 (+2%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$157,760	+$990 (+0.6%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$89,190	-$31,790 (-26.3%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$93,100	-$39,400 (-29.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.1401 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. (Cert2y+)

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 Washington

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2081	Environmental Engineers	$110,570	$100,190	-$10,380 (-9.4%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$129,530	+$15,760 (+13.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.1801 Materials Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and materials science principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials and related processes used in manufacturing in a wide variety of settings; the synthesis of new industrial materials, including marrying and bonding composites; analysis of materials requirements and specifications; and related problems of system design dependent on materials factors.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$83,030	-$130 (-0.2%)
17-2131	Materials Engineers	$116,380	$152,420	+$36,040 (+31%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$83,030	-$130 (-0.2%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$144,000	+$2,820 (+2%)
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$103,520	-$6,560 (-6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.2001 Metallurgical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and metallurgical principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of metal components of structural, load-bearing, power, transmission, and moving systems; and the analysis of engineering problems such as stress, creep, failure, alloy behavior, environmental fluctuations, stability, electromagnetic and thermodynamic characteristics, optimal manufacturing processes, and related design considerations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2131	Materials Engineers	$116,380	$152,420	+$36,040 (+31%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.2101 Mining and Mineral Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of mineral extraction, processing and refining systems, including open pit and shaft mines, prospecting and site analysis equipment and instruments, environmental and safety systems, mine equipment and facilities, mineral processing and refining methods and systems, and logistics and communications systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2151	Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers	$108,940	N/A	N/A
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.2301 Nuclear Engineering. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems for controlling and manipulating nuclear energy, including nuclear power plant design, fission reactor design, fusion reactor design, reactor control and safety systems design, power transfer systems, containment vessels and structures design; and the analysis of related engineering problems such as fission and fusion processes, human and environmental factors, construction, and operational considerations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2161	Nuclear Engineers	$134,980	$153,420	+$18,440 (+13.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.2701 Systems Engineering. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$105,700	-$2,200 (-2%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.3401 Forest Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific, mathematical, and forestry principles to the design of mechanical devices and processes for efficient forest management, timber production and related forest logistics systems. Includes instruction in forest products processing, forest management, forest harvesting, timber structure design, production analysis, road and bridge construction, vehicle adaptation and design, and harvesting equipment design.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.3501 Industrial Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$144,790	+$15,610 (+12.1%)
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$105,700	-$2,200 (-2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.3601 Manufacturing Engineering. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing systems. Includes instruction in materials science and engineering, manufacturing processes, process engineering, assembly and product engineering, manufacturing systems design, and manufacturing competitiveness.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$83,030	-$130 (-0.2%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$105,700	-$2,200 (-2%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.3701 Operations Research. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the development and application of complex mathematical or simulation models to solve problems involving operational systems, where the system concerned is subject to human intervention. Includes instruction in advanced multivariate analysis, application of judgment and statistical tests, optimization theory and techniques, resource allocation theory, mathematical modeling, control theory, statistical analysis, and applications to specific research problems.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
15-2031	Operations Research Analysts	$99,120	$91,900	-$7,220 (-7.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.4201 Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer controlled electro-mechanical systems and products with embedded electronics, sensors, and actuators; and which includes, but is not limited to, automata, robots and automation systems. Includes instruction in mechanical engineering, electronic and electrical engineering, computer and software engineering, and control engineering.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.4701 Electrical and Computer Engineering. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design and development of computer systems. Includes instruction in computer architecture, cybersecurity, electronic circuits, electromagnetism, electronic materials and design, micro-fabrication methods and techniques, signal and image processing, and wireless communication networks.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$157,760	+$990 (+0.6%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$89,190	-$31,790 (-26.3%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

14.9999 Engineering, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in engineering not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$169,730	-$5,980 (-3.4%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$129,530	+$15,760 (+13.9%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$101,400	-$20,320 (-16.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$94,360	-$24,980 (-20.9%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$199,360	-$63,570 (-24.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$128,860	-$4,260 (-3.2%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$159,250	-$1,680 (-1%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$117,780	-$8,250 (-6.5%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$111,100	-$3,420 (-3%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$144,790	+$15,610 (+12.1%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$111,260	-$4,750 (-4.1%)
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$222,140	+$65,910 (+42.2%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$147,560	-$12,920 (-8.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$131,800	-$8,790 (-6.3%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$153,140	+$33,480 (+28%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$96,920	+$9,860 (+11.3%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$97,640	+$11,540 (+13.4%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$80,210	+$9,590 (+13.6%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$83,030	-$130 (-0.2%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$80,430	+$700 (+0.9%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$86,040	-$1,560 (-1.8%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$104,340	-$3,760 (-3.5%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$103,670	-$11,040 (-9.6%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$82,110	-$810 (-1%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$84,490	-$7,890 (-8.5%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

52.0209 Transportation/Mobility Management. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the theory, policy, law, and practices required to administrate and operate public transportation facilities, networks, services, and systems. Includes instruction in demand analysis and forecasting, environmental planning, facilities design and construction, geographic information systems (GIS), logistics, multi- and intermodal transportation systems, project management, public administration, public policy, transportation economics, transportation law, transportation operations, transportation systems, and transportation technologies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$111,260	-$4,750 (-4.1%)

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

Any instructional program in business and administration not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

52.0301 Accounting. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$86,320	-$7,200 (-7.7%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$79,500	-$14,420 (-15.4%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$97,720	-$320 (-0.3%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$90,540	-$29,390 (-24.5%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$122,920	+$19,270 (+18.6%)
13-2081	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$67,570	$87,790	+$20,220 (+29.9%)
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$46,380	-$12,480 (-21.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

52.0303 Auditing. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals, including certified accountants, to perform independent internal and external appraisals to evaluate organizational financial and operational activities, ensure compliance with laws and policies, safeguard assets, and promote effective planning and resource allocation. Includes instruction in advanced accounting, audit tools and techniques, sampling, risk and control, audit planning, audit function management, law and regulations, environmental auditing, information technology applications, professional standards and ethics, and specific industry and service sector problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$86,320	-$7,200 (-7.7%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$122,920	+$19,270 (+18.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$199,360	-$63,570 (-24.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$128,860	-$4,260 (-3.2%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$199,360	-$63,570 (-24.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$128,860	-$4,260 (-3.2%)
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$157,350	-$23,120 (-12.8%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$82,110	-$810 (-1%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$79,500	-$14,420 (-15.4%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$97,720	-$320 (-0.3%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$96,080	-$20,410 (-17.5%)
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$112,670	-$47,540 (-29.7%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$90,540	-$29,390 (-24.5%)
13-2072	Loan Officers	$86,020	$99,600	+$13,580 (+15.8%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$63,640	-$30,250 (-32.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

52.1001 Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$222,140	+$65,910 (+42.2%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$147,560	-$12,920 (-8.1%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$131,800	-$8,790 (-6.3%)
13-1041	Compliance Officers	$84,980	$84,450	-$530 (-0.6%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$80,430	+$700 (+0.9%)
13-1075	Labor Relations Specialists	$97,130	$95,460	-$1,670 (-1.7%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$82,110	-$810 (-1%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$71,490	-$2,270 (-3.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)
43-4161	Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping	$50,950	$48,180	-$2,770 (-5.4%)

52.1101 International Business/Trade/Commerce. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$199,360	-$63,570 (-24.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$128,860	-$4,260 (-3.2%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$84,490	-$7,890 (-8.5%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

52.1201 Management Information Systems, General. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$172,070	-$15,920 (-8.5%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$127,510	-$15,110 (-10.6%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$99,120	-$4,520 (-4.4%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$73,230	-$32,600 (-30.8%)

52.1301 Management Science. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, 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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$199,360	-$63,570 (-24.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$128,860	-$4,260 (-3.2%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$103,670	-$11,040 (-9.6%)
15-2031	Operations Research Analysts	$99,120	$91,900	-$7,220 (-7.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	N/A	N/A
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$188,860	+$39,590 (+26.5%)
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$154,700	-$16,820 (-9.8%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$159,250	-$1,680 (-1%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$137,620	+$330 (+0.2%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$72,300	-$830 (-1.1%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$81,710	-$4,770 (-5.5%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)

52.1601 Taxation. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to provide tax advice and management services to individuals and corporations. Includes instruction in tax law and regulations, tax record systems, individual and corporate income taxation, tax planning, partnerships and fiduciary relationships, estates and trusts, property depreciation, capital gains and losses, dispositions, transfers, liquidity, valuation, and applications to specific tax problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$86,320	-$7,200 (-7.7%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$122,920	+$19,270 (+18.6%)
13-2081	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$67,570	$87,790	+$20,220 (+29.9%)
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$46,380	-$12,480 (-21.2%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$153,140	+$33,480 (+28%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	$91,800	-$10,140 (-9.9%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$49,250	-$430 (-0.9%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$48,260	-$6,140 (-11.3%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
19-4092	Forensic Science Technicians	$75,260	$83,380	+$8,120 (+10.8%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

26.0102 Biomedical Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$95,860	-$19,710 (-17.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$48,260	-$6,140 (-11.3%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0207 Structural Biology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of submolecular and molecular components and assemblies of living systems and how they are organized into functional units such as cells and anatomic tissues. Includes instruction in glycoprotein, carbohydrate, protein, and nucleic acid structures and chemistry; cytoskeletal structure; nuclear and intracellular structures; molecular recognition; molecular chaperones; transcription and folding; multicellular organization; microtubules and microfilaments; cell differentiation; immunophysics; and DNA sequencing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$95,860	-$19,710 (-17.1%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$76,040	-$19,160 (-20.1%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0301 Botany/Plant Biology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$77,290	-$5,750 (-6.9%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0406 Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

An integrated, combined program that focuses on the scientific study of cells, cellular systems, and the molecular basis of cell structure and function. Includes instruction in cell biology, cell chemistry, molecular biology, biophysics, and structural biology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0502 Microbiology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$76,040	-$19,160 (-20.1%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$48,260	-$6,140 (-11.3%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0507 Immunology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on scientific study of the biological mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of disease, host-pathogen interactions, and host response to disease. Includes instruction in antigen and antibody structure and function, effector mechanisms, receptors, histocompatibility, host-pathogen recognition, disease modeling, autoimmune systems, antibody formation, cytotoxic responses, regulation of immune response, virulence determinants, intercellular signaling, immunosuppression, immunotherapy, immunogenetics, disease markers, transplantation, antibody humanization, and microbial pathogenesis.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$76,040	-$19,160 (-20.1%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0599 Microbiological Sciences and Immunology, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in the microbiological sciences and immunology not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$76,040	-$19,160 (-20.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0701 Zoology/Animal Biology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the biology of animal species and phyla, with reference to their molecular and cellular systems, anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Includes instruction in molecular and cell biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, ecology and behavior, evolutionary biology, and applications to specific species and phyla.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$78,260	+$340 (+0.4%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0707 Animal Physiology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of function, morphology, regulation, and intercellular communications and dynamics within vertebrate and invertebrate in animal species, with comparative applications to homo sapiens and its relatives and antecedents. Includes instruction in reproduction, growth, lactation, digestion, performance, behavioral adaptation, sensory perception, motor action, phylogenetics, biotic and abiotic function, membrane biology, and related aspects of biochemistry and biophysics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$78,260	+$340 (+0.4%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0801 Genetics, General. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the organization, recombination, function, regulation, and transmission of heritable information in biological organisms at all levels of complexity. Includes instruction in Mendelian genetics, mechanisms of gene regulation, chromosome structure and replication, epigenetic phenomena, DNA repair and recombination, sex determination, genetic interactions between genomes, and molecular evolution.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$105,240	+$2,350 (+2.3%)

26.0806 Human/Medical Genetics. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of human genetics from the standpoint of medical applications such as clinical diagnosis, genetic engineering and therapy, transplantation, and the study of genetic diseases and disabilities and their defense. Includes instruction in human molecular genetics; genetic factors causing disease; changes in gene expression during development, differentiation, and pathogenesis; recombinant DNA; gene therapy; clinical genetics; genetic epidemiology; immunogenetics; cytogenetics; and genetics of specific disorders and diseases.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$105,240	+$2,350 (+2.3%)

26.0899 Genetics, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in genetics not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$105,240	+$2,350 (+2.3%)

26.0901 Physiology, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the functional dynamics, morphology, and biochemical and biophysical communications within organisms and between living systems at all levels of complexity and integration. Includes instruction in reproduction, growth, hormonal action, vascular function, respiration, digestion, sensory perception and processing, sensorimotor integration, signal encoding and conveyance, homeostasis, physical function and malfunction, evolutionary physiology, and disease processes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0910 Pathology/Experimental Pathology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the expression, initiation, maintenance and progression of tissue injury and disease, including death, and the relationship of pathogenesis to fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms. Includes instruction in immunology, microbiology, gene expression, inflammation, cell injury, apoptosis, immunopathology, molecular markers of disease and toxins, neoplasia, growth regulation, and organ- and system-specific investigations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.0999 Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in physiology, pathology, and related sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

26.1001 Pharmacology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of drug interactions on biological systems and organisms and the sources, chemical properties, biological effects, and therapeutic uses of drugs. Includes instruction in pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, toxicology, drug therapeutics, drug action, bodily responses to drug events, biochemical proliferation and differentiation, apoptosis, cell biology, medicinal chemistry, and studies of specific drugs and drug interactions.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

26.1101 Biometry/Biometrics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of statistics and other computational methods to the study of problems in the biological sciences and related fields in agriculture and natural resources. Includes instruction in computational biology, mathematical statistics, matrix algebra, applied calculus, experimental design, linear modeling, sampling theory, stochastic processes, spatial and temporal analysis, longitudinal analysis, sparse/unbalanced data and complex error, and applications to such topics as population genetics, animal breeding, forest genetics, population dynamics, wildlife biometry, ecology, and agricultural and natural resource management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$97,240	-$15,090 (-13.4%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.1102 Biostatistics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$97,240	-$15,090 (-13.4%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$72,450	-$20,430 (-22%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

26.1201 Biotechnology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics to the preparation of new and enhanced agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products, including the commercial exploitation of microbes, plants, and animals. Includes instruction in bioinformatics, gene identification, phylogenetics and comparative genomics, bioinorganic chemistry, immunoassaying, DNA sequencing, xenotransplantation, genetic engineering, industrial microbiology, drug and biologic development, enzyme-based production processes, patent law, biotechnology management and marketing, applicable regulations, and biotechnology ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.1302 Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular, cellular, and biochemical studies; marine microbiology; marine botany; ichthyology; mammalogy; marine population dynamics and biodiversity; reproductive biology; studies of specific species, phyla, habitats, and ecosystems; marine paleocology and palentology; and applications to fields such as fisheries science and biotechnology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$78,260	+$340 (+0.4%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.1305 Environmental Biology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the origins, functions, relationships, interactions, and natural history of living populations, communities, species, and ecosystems in relation to dynamic environmental processes. Includes instruction in biodiversity, molecular genetic and genomic evolution, mesoscale ecology, computational biology and modeling, conservation biology, local and global environmental change, and restoration ecology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$78,260	+$340 (+0.4%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$82,010	+$7,700 (+10.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.1309 Epidemiology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$108,930	+$14,770 (+15.7%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

26.1311 Epidemiology and Biostatistics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program with a general synthesis of epidemiology and biostatistics or a specialization which draws from epidemiology and biostatistics. Includes instruction in biostatistics, disease and injury determinants, epidemiology, health services research, pathology, spatial analysis, and statistics.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$97,240	-$15,090 (-13.4%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$108,930	+$14,770 (+15.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$130,790	-$7,110 (-5.2%)

26.1399 Ecology, Evolution, Systematics and Population Biology, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in ecology, evolution, and systematics not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$82,010	+$7,700 (+10.4%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	$91,800	-$10,140 (-9.9%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$124,090	+$23,730 (+23.6%)

26.1501 Neuroscience. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$52,380	-$5,640 (-9.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

26.1503 Neurobiology and Anatomy. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous system in vertebrates and invertebrates. Includes instruction in molecular and cellular studies of neuronal and glial cells and circuits, neural transmitters and receptors, neuronal signaling processes, membrane and synapse structure and communication, autonomic function, nervous system circuitry and mapping, and anatomical and functional basis of central nervous system diseases and disorders.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,440	-$27,060 (-15.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$85,320	-$15,120 (-15.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,710	-$22,980 (-20.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)

45.0101 Social Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$116,670	+$10,230 (+9.6%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$47,920	-$15,640 (-24.6%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$74,600	-$18,350 (-19.7%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

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

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$79,360	+$8,290 (+11.7%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$92,590	-$9,940 (-9.7%)

45.0204 Cultural Anthropology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the study of culture and the relationship of culture to other aspects of social life. Includes instruction in cultural anthropology, anthropological theory, enthnography, linguistics, and quantitative and qualitative research methods.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$79,360	+$8,290 (+11.7%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$92,590	-$9,940 (-9.7%)
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$64,610	-$32,740 (-33.6%)

45.0301 Archeology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$79,360	+$8,290 (+11.7%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$92,590	-$9,940 (-9.7%)
39-7011	Tour Guides and Escorts	N/A	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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$97,240	-$15,090 (-13.4%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	N/A	N/A
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$146,040	+$15,130 (+11.6%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$47,920	-$15,640 (-24.6%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$110,430	-$22,710 (-17.1%)

45.0605 International Economics. (PostBacCert)

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

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$146,040	+$15,130 (+11.6%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$110,430	-$22,710 (-17.1%)

45.0701 Geography. (PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$58,410	+$1,520 (+2.7%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	$114,410	+$16,250 (+16.6%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$93,800	-$5,220 (-5.3%)

45.0702 Geographic Information Science and Cartography. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
17-1021	Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	$82,860	$80,640	-$2,220 (-2.7%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$58,410	+$1,520 (+2.7%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	$114,410	+$16,250 (+16.6%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$93,800	-$5,220 (-5.3%)

45.0901 International Relations and Affairs. (PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$129,840	-$7,760 (-5.6%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$100,650	-$4,510 (-4.3%)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$129,840	-$7,760 (-5.6%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$47,920	-$15,640 (-24.6%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$100,650	-$4,510 (-4.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

45.1099 Political Science and Government, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in political science and government not listed above.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$129,840	-$7,760 (-5.6%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$100,650	-$4,510 (-4.3%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

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.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$96,350	-$15,320 (-13.7%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$47,920	-$15,640 (-24.6%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$87,790	-$9,480 (-9.7%)

45.1201 Urban Studies/Affairs. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of social science principles to the study of urban institutions and the forces influencing urban social and political life. Includes instruction in urban theory, the development and evolution of urban areas, urban sociology, principles of urban and social planning, and the politics and economics of urban government and services.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$135,070	-$14,820 (-9.9%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$96,350	-$15,320 (-13.7%)
19-3051	Urban and Regional Planners	$89,730	$82,050	-$7,680 (-8.6%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$74,600	-$18,350 (-19.7%)

13.0101 Education, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-9042	Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.0201 Bilingual and Multilingual Education. (Cert2y+)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$42,160	+$710 (+1.7%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$80,820	+$13,800 (+20.6%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$84,650	+$14,860 (+21.3%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$64,200	-$460 (-0.7%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$50,240	-$21,370 (-29.8%)

13.0301 Curriculum and Instruction. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$81,370	+$3,770 (+4.9%)

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

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$66,560	+$3,920 (+6.3%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$136,790	+$23,430 (+20.7%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$168,220	+$43,770 (+35.2%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$99,230	-$230 (-0.2%)

13.0406 Higher Education/Higher Education Administration. (PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$168,220	+$43,770 (+35.2%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$99,230	-$230 (-0.2%)

13.0499 Educational Administration and Supervision, Other. (PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$99,230	-$230 (-0.2%)

13.0603 Educational Statistics and Research Methods. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of statistics to the analysis and solution of educational research problems, and the development of technical designs for research studies. Includes instruction in mathematical statistics, research design, computer applications, instrument design, research methodologies, and applications to research problems in specific education subjects.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$103,670	-$11,040 (-9.6%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$97,240	-$15,090 (-13.4%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$116,670	+$10,230 (+9.6%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)

13.0607 Learning Sciences. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the multiple aspects of learning in different environments, including specific aspects of the content to be mastered, cognitive aspects of the student, the instructional environment and materials, the preparation and activities of the instructor, socio-cultural and linguistic components, and assessment outcomes. Includes instruction in the social, organizational, and cultural dynamics of learning; learning and cognition; learning strategies; educational psychology; educational testing and measurement; instructional design and technology; and statistical design of educational research.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$131,800	-$8,790 (-6.3%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$116,670	+$10,230 (+9.6%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$74,600	-$18,350 (-19.7%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-9099	Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other	$55,700	$62,480	+$6,780 (+12.2%)

13.1001 Special Education and Teaching, General. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	$74,670	+$2,060 (+2.8%)
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	$81,790	+$9,480 (+13.1%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$80,230	+$5,620 (+7.5%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$75,970	+$1,790 (+2.4%)
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

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

Any instructional program in special education not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$75,970	+$1,790 (+2.4%)

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

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$84,650	+$14,860 (+21.3%)

13.1206 Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. (PostBacCert)

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.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$42,160	+$710 (+1.7%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$80,820	+$13,800 (+20.6%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$84,650	+$14,860 (+21.3%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1210 Early Childhood Education and Teaching. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$42,160	+$710 (+1.7%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$80,820	+$13,800 (+20.6%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$84,650	+$14,860 (+21.3%)
25-9042	Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1299 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in teacher education and professional development not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1302 Art Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$73,710	-$28,530 (-27.9%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$112,670	-$1,170 (-1%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$81,930	+$13,220 (+19.2%)
25-2023	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$68,690	$92,460	+$23,770 (+34.6%)
25-2032	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$70,550	$89,190	+$18,640 (+26.4%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1123	English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,400	$67,410	-$22,990 (-25.4%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1306 Foreign Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$62,210	-$25,460 (-29%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1307 Health Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1308 Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	$69,030	-$15,420 (-18.3%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2023	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$68,690	$92,460	+$23,770 (+34.6%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)
25-2032	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$70,550	$89,190	+$18,640 (+26.4%)

13.1309 Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach technology education/industrial arts programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$81,930	+$13,220 (+19.2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2023	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	$68,690	$92,460	+$23,770 (+34.6%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)
25-2032	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School	$70,550	$89,190	+$18,640 (+26.4%)

13.1311 Mathematics Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$72,450	-$20,430 (-22%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1312 Music Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$73,710	-$28,530 (-27.9%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1314 Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1193	Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,980	$70,400	-$17,580 (-20%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)
27-2022	Coaches and Scouts	$58,910	$61,500	+$2,590 (+4.4%)
39-9031	Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors	$51,360	$57,150	+$5,790 (+11.3%)

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

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$104,390	+$6,600 (+6.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
25-1043	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	$95,130	-$8,650 (-8.3%)
25-1051	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$112,950	$123,400	+$10,450 (+9.3%)
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$90,090	-$12,940 (-12.6%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$124,090	+$23,730 (+23.6%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$101,080	-$4,380 (-4.2%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1318 Social Studies Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1322 Biology Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$77,600	-$23,740 (-23.4%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1323 Chemistry Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$90,090	-$12,940 (-12.6%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1324 Drama and Dance Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$73,710	-$28,530 (-27.9%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$62,210	-$25,460 (-29%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1326 German Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$62,210	-$25,460 (-29%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1328 History Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1125	History Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,710	$79,160	-$14,550 (-15.5%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1329 Physics Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$101,080	-$4,380 (-4.2%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1330 Spanish Language Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$62,210	-$25,460 (-29%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1331 Speech Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach speech and language arts programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1332 Geography Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach geography at various grade levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$93,800	-$5,220 (-5.3%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1333 Latin Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach Latin at various grade levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1124	Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,670	$62,210	-$25,460 (-29%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

13.1335 Psychology Teacher Education. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to teach general psychology at the secondary school level.

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$68,720	-$24,810 (-26.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)

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 Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$61,250	-$17,250 (-22%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$50,240	-$21,370 (-29.8%)

13.1401 Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Washington

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Washington Avg	WA vs US
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$42,160	+$710 (+1.7%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$80,820	+$13,800 (+20.6%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$84,650	+$14,860 (+21.3%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$87,180	+$17,140 (+24.5%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$86,870	+$13,170 (+17.9%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$64,200	-$460 (-0.7%)