University of Wisconsin-Madison : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

52.0101 Business/Commerce, General. (PostBacCert, FPD, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

52.0205 Operations Management and Supervision. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to manage and direct the physical and/or technical functions of a firm or organization, particularly those relating to development, production, and manufacturing. Includes instruction in principles of general management, manufacturing and production systems, plant management, equipment maintenance management, production control, industrial labor relations and skilled trades supervision, strategic manufacturing policy, systems analysis, productivity analysis and cost control, and materials planning.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$97,710	-$16,810 (-14.7%)
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$138,320	-$49,670 (-26.4%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$120,940	-$8,240 (-6.4%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$112,710	-$6,950 (-5.8%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$78,830	-$8,770 (-10%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)
49-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	$82,930	$77,590	-$5,340 (-6.4%)
51-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers	$74,540	$71,130	-$3,410 (-4.6%)

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

Any instructional program in business and administration not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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

52.0301 Accounting. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

52.0701 Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies. (BSc, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$194,810	-$68,120 (-25.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$126,880	-$6,240 (-4.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$194,810	-$68,120 (-25.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$126,880	-$6,240 (-4.7%)
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$138,080	-$42,390 (-23.5%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$70,920	-$12,000 (-14.5%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$83,300	-$10,620 (-11.3%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$78,410	-$19,630 (-20%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$85,160	-$31,330 (-26.9%)
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$150,980	-$9,230 (-5.8%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,080	-$25,850 (-21.6%)
13-2072	Loan Officers	$86,020	$82,190	-$3,830 (-4.5%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$68,540	-$25,350 (-27%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.0804 Financial Planning and Services. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$150,980	-$9,230 (-5.8%)
13-2071	Credit Counselors	$55,890	$55,940	+$50 (+0.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)
41-3031	Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents	$110,400	$79,670	-$30,730 (-27.8%)

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

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$194,810	-$68,120 (-25.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$126,880	-$6,240 (-4.7%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$74,820	-$17,560 (-19%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.1201 Management Information Systems, General. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

52.1301 Management Science. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$194,810	-$68,120 (-25.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$126,880	-$6,240 (-4.7%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$89,950	-$24,760 (-21.6%)
15-2031	Operations Research Analysts	$99,120	$72,160	-$26,960 (-27.2%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$117,450	-$7,140 (-5.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.1304 Actuarial Science. (Cert2y+, BSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
13-2053	Insurance Underwriters	$90,830	$74,180	-$16,650 (-18.3%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,080	-$25,850 (-21.6%)
15-2011	Actuaries	$134,990	$112,110	-$22,880 (-16.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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

52.1401 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$146,010	-$3,260 (-2.2%)
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$129,580	-$41,940 (-24.5%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$134,990	-$25,940 (-16.1%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$147,360	+$10,070 (+7.3%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$73,770	+$640 (+0.9%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$66,090	-$20,390 (-23.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)

52.1501 Real Estate. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9141	Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers	$82,720	$82,340	-$380 (-0.5%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2023	Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate	N/A	N/A	N/A
41-9021	Real Estate Brokers	$91,660	N/A	N/A
41-9022	Real Estate Sales Agents	$70,970	$59,430	-$11,540 (-16.3%)

52.1701 Insurance. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage risk in organizational settings and provide insurance and risk-aversion services to businesses, individuals, and other organizations. Includes instruction in casualty insurance and general liability, property insurance, employee benefits, social and health insurance, loss adjustment, underwriting, risk theory, and pension planning.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$175,770	+$19,540 (+12.5%)
13-1031	Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators	$78,770	$60,520	-$18,250 (-23.2%)
13-1032	Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage	$77,050	$69,440	-$7,610 (-9.9%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$70,920	-$12,000 (-14.5%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2053	Insurance Underwriters	$90,830	$74,180	-$16,650 (-18.3%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$101,660	-$12,180 (-10.7%)
41-3021	Insurance Sales Agents	$81,510	$101,090	+$19,580 (+24%)

52.1803 Retailing and Retail Operations. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to perform operations associated with retail sales in a variety of settings. Includes instruction in over-the-counter and other direct sales operations in business settings, basic bookkeeping principles, customer service, team/staff leadership and supervision, floor management, and applicable technical skills.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
41-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers	$52,350	$51,710	-$640 (-1.2%)
41-3091	Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel	$81,260	$72,610	-$8,650 (-10.6%)
41-9011	Demonstrators and Product Promoters	$43,730	$38,710	-$5,020 (-11.5%)
41-9099	Sales and Related Workers, All Other	$57,030	$52,930	-$4,100 (-7.2%)

52.1804 Selling Skills and Sales Operations. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
41-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers	$52,350	$51,710	-$640 (-1.2%)
41-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers	$97,870	$101,610	+$3,740 (+3.8%)
41-2022	Parts Salespersons	$42,390	$40,250	-$2,140 (-5%)
41-3011	Advertising Sales Agents	$76,350	$56,260	-$20,090 (-26.3%)
41-3041	Travel Agents	$52,690	$46,020	-$6,670 (-12.7%)
41-3091	Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel	$81,260	$72,610	-$8,650 (-10.6%)
41-4011	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products	$114,520	$86,480	-$28,040 (-24.5%)
41-9099	Sales and Related Workers, All Other	$57,030	$52,930	-$4,100 (-7.2%)

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

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

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

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$64,650	-$6,420 (-9%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$88,570	-$13,960 (-13.6%)

45.0301 Archeology. (AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$64,650	-$6,420 (-9%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$88,570	-$13,960 (-13.6%)
39-7011	Tour Guides and Escorts	N/A	N/A	N/A

45.0401 Criminology. (AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$117,250	+$5,910 (+5.3%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$95,130	-$16,540 (-14.8%)
19-4099	Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other	$64,640	$45,400	-$19,240 (-29.8%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$81,090	-$3,730 (-4.4%)

45.0601 Economics, General. (Cert2y+, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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

45.0603 Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$92,940	-$19,390 (-17.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$117,450	-$7,140 (-5.7%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$76,320	-$54,590 (-41.7%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$55,210	-$8,350 (-13.1%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$131,390	-$1,750 (-1.3%)

45.0701 Geography. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$57,140	+$250 (+0.4%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	N/A	N/A
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$90,270	-$8,750 (-8.8%)

45.0702 Geographic Information Science and Cartography. (Cert2y+, BSc, 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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
17-1021	Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	$82,860	$84,300	+$1,440 (+1.7%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	$57,140	+$250 (+0.4%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	N/A	N/A
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$90,270	-$8,750 (-8.8%)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

45.1099 Political Science and Government, Other. (AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

45.1103 Rural Sociology. (Cert2y+)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$95,130	-$16,540 (-14.8%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$119,870	+$22,600 (+23.2%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$75,540	-$17,410 (-18.7%)

14.0101 Engineering, General. (BSc, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$121,140	-$580 (-0.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.0301 Agricultural Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2021	Agricultural Engineers	$84,240	$104,120	+$19,880 (+23.6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.0501 Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$128,620	+$13,600 (+11.8%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$96,210	-$32,220 (-25.1%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$87,910	-$19,140 (-17.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$102,170	-$33,720 (-24.8%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$141,200	-$1,420 (-1%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$102,130	-$42,440 (-29.4%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$79,820	-$30,440 (-27.6%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$99,870	-$56,900 (-36.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	N/A	N/A
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$99,870	-$56,900 (-36.3%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$95,720	-$25,260 (-20.9%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$113,520	-$18,980 (-14.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.1099 Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in electrical, electronics, and communications engineering not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$95,720	-$25,260 (-20.9%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$113,520	-$18,980 (-14.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.1101 Engineering Mechanics. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program with a general focus on the application of the mathematical and scientific principles of classical mechanics to the analysis and evaluation of the behavior of structures, forces and materials in engineering problems. Includes instruction in statics, kinetics, dynamics, kinematics, celestial mechanics, stress and failure, and electromagnetism.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$88,380	-$21,700 (-19.7%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$121,140	-$580 (-0.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.1201 Engineering Physics/Applied Physics. (Cert2y+)

A program focusing on the use of physics principles in the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems and other scientific applications. Includes instruction in high- and low-temperature phenomena, computational physics, superconductivity, applied thermodynamics, molecular and particle physics applications, and space science research.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$121,140	-$580 (-0.5%)
19-2012	Physicists	$166,000	$181,620	+$15,620 (+9.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2081	Environmental Engineers	$110,570	$94,220	-$16,350 (-14.8%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$79,880	-$33,890 (-29.8%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$70,860	-$12,300 (-14.8%)
17-2131	Materials Engineers	$116,380	$85,380	-$31,000 (-26.6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$70,860	-$12,300 (-14.8%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	N/A	N/A
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$88,380	-$21,700 (-19.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.2301 Nuclear Engineering. (Cert2y+, 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2161	Nuclear Engineers	$134,980	$93,960	-$41,020 (-30.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.2701 Systems Engineering. (PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$141,200	-$1,420 (-1%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$95,250	-$12,650 (-11.7%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$121,140	-$580 (-0.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.3201 Polymer/Plastics Engineering. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of synthesized macromolecular compounds and their application to specific engineering uses, including the development of industrial materials with tailored properties, the design of lightweight structural components, the use of liquid or solid polymers, and the analysis and control of polymerization processes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$96,210	-$32,220 (-25.1%)
17-2131	Materials Engineers	$116,380	$85,380	-$31,000 (-26.6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$120,940	-$8,240 (-6.4%)
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$95,250	-$12,650 (-11.7%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.3901 Geological/Geophysical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and geological principles to the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems, including the geological evaluation of construction sites, the analysis of geological forces acting on structures and systems, the analysis of potential natural resource recovery sites, and applied research on geological phenomena.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2151	Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers	$108,940	$111,690	+$2,750 (+2.5%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$121,140	-$580 (-0.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

14.9999 Engineering, Other. (Cert2y+, BSc, AltPostMSc)

Any instructional program in engineering not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$131,660	-$44,050 (-25.1%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$79,880	-$33,890 (-29.8%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$121,140	-$580 (-0.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$79,120	-$40,220 (-33.7%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

26.0202 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$128,170	+$12,600 (+10.9%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$53,760	-$640 (-1.2%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0203 Biophysics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$128,170	+$12,600 (+10.9%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0204 Molecular Biology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0301 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$64,530	-$18,510 (-22.3%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0305 Plant Pathology/Phytopathology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1013	Soil and Plant Scientists	$83,040	$64,530	-$18,510 (-22.3%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$65,070	-$30,130 (-31.6%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$53,760	-$640 (-1.2%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0701 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$58,550	-$19,370 (-24.9%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0702 Entomology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$58,550	-$19,370 (-24.9%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$58,550	-$19,370 (-24.9%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0801 Genetics, General. (Cert2y+, 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$84,980	-$17,910 (-17.4%)

26.0805 Plant Genetics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the genetics of multicellular plants and fungi as related to botanical research as well as to applications in comparative genetics, ecology and evolutionary studies, clinical studies, and industrial research. Includes instruction in molecular genetics, gene expression, gene regulation, genomics, epigenetic phenomena, DNA recombination and repair, genetic interactions at the microbial and higher levels, and molecular evolution.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$84,980	-$17,910 (-17.4%)

26.0901 Physiology, General. (FPD)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

26.0904 Endocrinology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition, manufacture, and secretion of protein compounds by cells and glands and the role of endocrine substances in bodily processes. Includes instruction in protein chemistry, protein secretion, membrane biogenesis and transfer methods, cellular communication, gene and cell regulation, cytochemistry, fractionation, radioautography, and applications such as neuroendocrinology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

26.0908 Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
29-1128	Exercise Physiologists	$59,620	$62,160	+$2,540 (+4.3%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)

26.0911 Oncology and Cancer Biology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

26.1006 Environmental Toxicology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the health effects associated with exposure to toxic chemicals and systems occurring in the natural, work, and living environments; the management of environmental toxins and toxicity; and the development of protections for humans, animals, and plants. Includes instruction in applied ecology; microbiology; toxin transport, fate, and degradation; dermal toxicology; reproductive and genetic toxicology; atmospheric and environmental chemistry; metals toxicology; environmental mutagens and biotransformation; nutrient interaction; chemical sensitivity, disorders, and disease; risk assessment; animal waste management; environmental health; and hazardous materials management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
17-3025	Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$63,070	$60,710	-$2,360 (-3.7%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$79,440	-$9,200 (-10.4%)
19-4042	Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health	$56,770	$52,570	-$4,200 (-7.4%)
19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$80,680	-$7,980 (-9%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$66,270	+$2,470 (+3.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

26.1007 Pharmacology and Toxicology. (Cert2y+)

A program with an integrated, combined approach to the study of pharmacological and toxicological issues in biology and the biomedical sciences. Includes instruction in topics such as solvents, xenobiotic metabolism, chemical toxicity, neurotoxicology, immunopharmacology, biotransformation, tissue culture and in vitro studies, biomolecular analysis, bioactivation and inactivation, enzyme regulation, chemoprevention and chemotherapy, industrial and chemical studies, radiation health, and bioinformatics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

26.1103 Bioinformatics. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$171,150	+$18,840 (+12.4%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$81,950	-$34,750 (-29.8%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$117,450	-$7,140 (-5.7%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$50,670	-$7,350 (-12.7%)

26.1201 Biotechnology. (PostBacCert)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

26.1307 Conservation Biology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences to the specific problems of biodiversity, species preservation, ecological sustainability, and habitat fragmentation in the face of advancing human social, economic, and industrial pressures. Includes instruction in ecology, environmental science, biological systems, extinction theory, human-animal and human-plant interaction, ecosystem science and management, wetland conservation, field biology, forest and wildlife biology, and natural history.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$71,750	-$2,560 (-3.4%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$84,860	-$15,500 (-15.4%)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$89,010	-$5,150 (-5.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

26.1501 Neuroscience. (Cert2y+, 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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

51.0202 Audiology/Audiologist. (Spec)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1181	Audiologists	$95,320	$95,380	+$60 (+0.1%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1127	Speech-Language Pathologists	$95,840	$79,190	-$16,650 (-17.4%)
29-1181	Audiologists	$95,320	$95,380	+$60 (+0.1%)

51.0912 Physician Associate/Assistant. (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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1071	Physician Assistants	$136,900	$143,890	+$6,990 (+5.1%)

51.0913 Athletic Training/Trainer. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-9091	Athletic Trainers	$63,960	$58,970	-$4,990 (-7.8%)

51.1002 Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist. (AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

51.1005 Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist. (BSc)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

51.1201 Medicine. (Spec)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
29-1211	Anesthesiologists	$336,640	N/A	N/A
29-1212	Cardiologists	$432,490	$239,200	-$193,290 (-44.7%)
29-1213	Dermatologists	$347,810	N/A	N/A
29-1214	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$320,700	$239,200	-$81,500 (-25.4%)
29-1215	Family Medicine Physicians	$256,830	$291,600	+$34,770 (+13.5%)
29-1216	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$262,710	$373,880	+$111,170 (+42.3%)
29-1217	Neurologists	$286,310	$239,200	-$47,110 (-16.5%)
29-1218	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$281,130	$291,900	+$10,770 (+3.8%)
29-1221	Pediatricians, General	$222,340	$244,800	+$22,460 (+10.1%)
29-1222	Physicians, Pathologists	$266,020	$298,890	+$32,870 (+12.4%)
29-1223	Psychiatrists	$269,120	$152,550	-$116,570 (-43.3%)
29-1224	Radiologists	$359,820	$239,200	-$120,620 (-33.5%)
29-1229	Physicians, All Other	$253,470	$351,210	+$97,740 (+38.6%)
29-1241	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$301,500	$255,480	-$46,020 (-15.3%)
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	N/A	N/A

51.1401 Medical Science/Scientist. (BSc, 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$89,010	-$5,150 (-5.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)

51.2001 Pharmacy. (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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1051	Pharmacists	$137,210	$141,520	+$4,310 (+3.1%)

51.2003 Pharmaceutics and Drug Design. (BSc, 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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$128,170	+$12,600 (+10.9%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2007 Pharmacoeconomics/Pharmaceutical Economics. (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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$76,320	-$54,590 (-41.7%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$131,390	-$1,750 (-1.3%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2010 Pharmaceutical Sciences. (Cert2y+)

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.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$80,600	-$32,090 (-28.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

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	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2201 Public Health, General. (PostBacCert)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$72,810	+$1,110 (+1.5%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$58,560	+$2,590 (+4.6%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2205 Health/Medical Physics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of physics, nuclear science, and engineering physics to diagnostic, treatment, and therapeutic processes and public health protection. Includes instruction in radiation biophysics, biophysics, health effects of natural and artificially induced radiation, hazard evaluation, environmental radioactivity, nuclear physics, engineering physics, radiobiology, medical radiology, calibration and dosage theory, computer applications and medical informatics, and specific research problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-2012	Physicists	$166,000	$181,620	+$15,620 (+9.4%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$115,390	+$9,930 (+9.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2208 Community Health and Preventive Medicine. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$58,560	+$2,590 (+4.6%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2210 International Public Health/International Health. (BSc, MSc, AltPostMSc)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$72,810	+$1,110 (+1.5%)

51.2302 Dance Therapy/Therapist. (AltPostMSc)

A program that prepares individuals, in consultation with other rehabilitation team members or in private practice, to use the therapeutic application of creative dance movement to assist in promoting client rehabilitation and physical, emotional, and mental health. Includes instruction in neuroanatomy, personality development, movement and motor behavior, psychology, dance, creative expression modalities, improvisation, group psychology and leadership, client evaluation and supervision, dance therapy practice, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

51.2306 Occupational Therapy/Therapist. (Spec)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

51.2308 Physical Therapy/Therapist. (Spec)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
29-1123	Physical Therapists	$102,400	$100,260	-$2,140 (-2.1%)

51.2310 Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
21-1015	Rehabilitation Counselors	$51,260	$42,800	-$8,460 (-16.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)

51.2706 Medical Informatics. (BSc, PostBacCert)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$171,150	+$18,840 (+12.4%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$81,950	-$34,750 (-29.8%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)
29-9021	Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars	$73,410	$66,800	-$6,610 (-9%)

51.3102 Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist. (PostBacCert)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$74,760	-$10 (+-0%)

51.3199 Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in dietetics and clinical nutrition services not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$74,760	-$10 (+-0%)

51.3203 Nursing Education. (BSc, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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

51.3299 Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities, Other. (AltPostMSc)

Any instructional program in health professions education, ethics, and humanities not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$129,950	-$7,780 (-5.6%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

51.3818 Nursing Practice. (Spec)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

11.0101 Computer and Information Sciences, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD, AltPostMSc)

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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$138,320	-$49,670 (-26.4%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$88,570	-$23,390 (-20.9%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$171,150	+$18,840 (+12.4%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$102,170	-$33,720 (-24.8%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$88,520	-$18,920 (-17.6%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$141,200	-$1,420 (-1%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$80,530	-$20,660 (-20.4%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$79,820	-$30,440 (-27.6%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$82,730	-$28,720 (-25.8%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$81,950	-$34,750 (-29.8%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$85,060	-$20,770 (-19.6%)

11.0401 Information Science/Studies. (Cert2y+, BSc, 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 Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$138,320	-$49,670 (-26.4%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$171,150	+$18,840 (+12.4%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$141,200	-$1,420 (-1%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$102,130	-$42,440 (-29.4%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$82,730	-$28,720 (-25.8%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$81,950	-$34,750 (-29.8%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$85,060	-$20,770 (-19.6%)

30.1301 Medieval and Renaissance Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the study of the Medieval and/or Renaissance periods in European and circum-Mediterranean history from the perspective of various disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, including history and archeology, as well as studies of period art and music.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-3093	Historians	$78,470	N/A	N/A
25-1125	History Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,710	$93,520	-$190 (-0.2%)

30.1501 Science, Technology and Society. (BSc, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the contemporary social and public policy ramifications of science and technology, the interrelationship of science and engineering with the public policy process, and the social and ethical dimensions of scientific and technological enterprises.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)

30.1901 Nutrition Sciences. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A scientific program that focuses on the utilization of food for human growth and metabolism, in both normal and dysfunctional states, from the interdisciplinary perspective of the agricultural, human, biological, and biomedical sciences. Includes instruction in food science, biochemistry, physiology, dietetics, food and nutrition studies, biotechnology, biophysics, and the clinical sciences.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$93,270	-$7,170 (-7.1%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	N/A	N/A
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$73,120	-$28,220 (-27.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$75,100	-$62,800 (-45.5%)
25-1192	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,450	N/A	N/A
25-9021	Farm and Home Management Educators	$60,470	$57,940	-$2,530 (-4.2%)
29-1031	Dietitians and Nutritionists	$74,770	$74,760	-$10 (+-0%)
29-2051	Dietetic Technicians	$39,560	$35,140	-$4,420 (-11.2%)

30.2001 International/Globalization Studies. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on global and international issues from the perspective of the social sciences, social services, and related fields.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	N/A	N/A
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$75,540	-$17,410 (-18.7%)

30.2202 Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the study of the classical ancient civilizations of the ancient Near East, Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea, such as Athens, Anatolia, Egypt, Greece, Israel, Mesopotamia, North Africa, and Rome. Includes instruction in ancient languages, ancient history, archaeology, anthropology, Greek and Roman mythology, philosophy, and religion.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-3093	Historians	$78,470	N/A	N/A
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$88,570	-$13,960 (-13.6%)
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)
25-1125	History Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,710	$93,520	-$190 (-0.2%)

30.2301 Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the dynamic social relations between and among majority and minority groups and different minority groups, and ways to promote mutual tolerance, inter-group cooperation, and the leadership and management of diverse groups and diversity issues in family, educational, recreational, and work settings. Includes instruction in ethnic and cultural studies, group psychology, sociology, anthropology, conflict resolution, human services and resources, and applications to various functional environments.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$93,830	-$12,610 (-11.8%)
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

30.3301 Sustainability Studies. (Cert2y+, BSc, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

30.4401 Geography and Environmental Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on interactions between people and the natural and built environments. Includes instruction in climate science, sustainability, environmental science and policy, research methods, geographic information systems (GIS), human geography, physical geography, remote sensing, and public policy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$121,740	-$51,760 (-29.8%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$71,750	-$2,560 (-3.4%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$79,440	-$9,200 (-10.4%)
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	N/A	N/A
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$93,830	-$12,610 (-11.8%)
19-4042	Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health	$56,770	$52,570	-$4,200 (-7.4%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$84,860	-$15,500 (-15.4%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$90,270	-$8,750 (-8.8%)

30.7001 Data Science, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

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

30.7199 Data Analytics, Other. (AltPostMSc)

Any instructional program in data analytics not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$89,950	-$24,760 (-21.6%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$96,230	-$7,410 (-7.1%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$92,940	-$19,390 (-17.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$117,450	-$7,140 (-5.7%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$68,230	-$26,240 (-27.8%)

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

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

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

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

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$129,490	-$34,030 (-20.8%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$63,280	-$16,830 (-21%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$63,910	-$16,400 (-20.4%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$60,070	-$25,710 (-30%)
27-3099	Media and Communication Workers, All Other	$84,870	$63,930	-$20,940 (-24.7%)

09.0102 Mass Communication/Media Studies. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the analysis and criticism of media institutions and media texts, how people experience and understand media content, and the roles of media in producing and transforming culture. Includes instruction in communications regulation, law, and policy; media history; media aesthetics, interpretation, and criticism; the social and cultural effects of mass media; cultural studies; the economics of media industries; visual and media literacy; and the psychology and behavioral aspects of media messages, interpretation, and utilization.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-2032	Public Relations Managers	$163,520	$129,490	-$34,030 (-20.8%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$42,780	-$63,250 (-59.7%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$54,310	-$31,390 (-36.6%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$60,070	-$25,710 (-30%)

09.0199 Communication and Media Studies, Other. (AltPostMSc)

Any instructional program in communication and media studies not listed above.

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

09.0401 Journalism. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$42,780	-$63,250 (-59.7%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$54,310	-$31,390 (-36.6%)
27-3043	Writers and Authors	$85,780	$60,070	-$25,710 (-30%)
43-9081	Proofreaders and Copy Markers	$52,730	$44,710	-$8,020 (-15.2%)

09.0702 Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia. (AltPostMSc)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$82,730	-$28,720 (-25.8%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3099	Media and Communication Workers, All Other	$84,870	$63,930	-$20,940 (-24.7%)

09.0906 Sports Communication. (AltPostMSc)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
13-1011	Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes	$165,600	$128,380	-$37,220 (-22.5%)
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-2099	Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-3011	Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys	$80,110	$63,280	-$16,830 (-21%)
27-3023	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$106,030	$42,780	-$63,250 (-59.7%)
27-3031	Public Relations Specialists	$80,310	$63,910	-$16,400 (-20.4%)

09.0908 Technical and Scientific Communication. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the communication of technical and scientific knowledge to a variety of audiences through print, video, and digital media; and that prepares individuals to function as technical writers and editors, documentation developers, web designers, and usability specialists. Includes instruction in scientific and technical writing and editing, graphic and information design, web design, audience analysis, document usability and field testing, publications management, and applications to specific technical fields.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1122	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$90,340	$75,130	-$15,210 (-16.8%)
27-3041	Editors	$85,700	$54,310	-$31,390 (-36.6%)
27-3042	Technical Writers	$92,330	$83,740	-$8,590 (-9.3%)

42.0101 Psychology, General. (Cert2y+)

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

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

42.2799 Research and Experimental Psychology, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$117,250	+$5,910 (+5.3%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)

42.2803 Counseling Psychology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of psychological counseling, involving the rendering of therapeutic services to individuals and groups experiencing psychological problems and exhibiting distress symptoms. Includes instruction in counseling theory, therapeutic intervention strategies, patient/counselor relationships, testing and assessment methods and procedures, group therapy, marital and family therapy, child and adolescent therapy, supervised counseling practice, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$106,000	-$850 (-0.8%)
21-1014	Mental Health Counselors	N/A	N/A	N/A
21-1019	Counselors, All Other	$58,070	$84,570	+$26,500 (+45.6%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)

42.2805 School Psychology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply clinical and counseling psychology principles to the diagnosis and treatment of student behavioral problems. Includes instruction in child and/or adolescent development; learning theory; testing, observation and other procedures for assessing educational, personality, intelligence and motor skill development; therapeutic intervention strategies for students and families; identification and classification of disabilities and disorders affecting learning; school psychological services planning; supervised counseling practice; ethical standards; and applicable regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3034	School Psychologists	$93,610	$71,570	-$22,040 (-23.5%)
21-1012	Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors	$71,520	$63,190	-$8,330 (-11.6%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)

42.2806 Educational Psychology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

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

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$85,320	-$64,570 (-43.1%)
19-3034	School Psychologists	$93,610	$71,570	-$22,040 (-23.5%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$117,250	+$5,910 (+5.3%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$80,730	-$12,800 (-13.7%)

05.0101 African Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of the African Continent, usually with an emphasis on Africa south of the Sahara, and including the African diasporas overseas.

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25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0104 East Asian Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of East Asia, defined as including China, Korea, Japan, Mongolia, Taiwan, Tibet, related borderlands and island groups, and including the study of the East Asian diasporas overseas.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0105 Russian, Central European, East European and Eurasian Studies. (BSc, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of the region encompassing Russia, Central Europe, Eastern Europe, and Eurasia, including the Balkan, Baltic, Caucasus, and Central Asian states that were republics of the former Soviet Union.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0106 European Studies/Civilization. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of the European Continent, including the study of European migration patterns and colonial empires.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0108 Near and Middle Eastern Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of North Africa, Southwestern Asia, Asia Minor, and the Arabian Peninsula, related borderlands and island groups, and including emigrant and immigrant groups.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0111 Scandinavian Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of Scandinavia, defined as Northern Europe including Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and related island groups (e.g., Greenland) and borderlands.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0112 South Asian Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of South Asia, defined as including Afghanistan, India, the Maldives, Myanmar (Burma), Pakistan, and Sri Lanka and related borderlands and island groups; and including the study of migration patterns and overseas diasporas.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0113 Southeast Asian Studies. (PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples of Southeast Asia, defined as including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam; related borderlands and island groups; and including the study of migration patterns and overseas diasporas.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0118 Slavic Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the Slavic peoples inhabiting Europe, Asia, and in immigrant groups elsewhere, including the study of the emergence and migration patterns of Slavic culture, languages, and populations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0134 Latin American and Caribbean Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

An integrated program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of the peoples and countries of the Latin American and Caribbean region.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0201 African-American/Black Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of the North American peoples descended from the African diaspora; focusing on the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, but also including reference to Latin American elements of the diaspora.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0202 American Indian/Native American Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the American Indian, Aleut, Inuit, Hawaiian and other native peoples of the Americas from earliest times until the present, with particular emphasis on U.S. and Canadian populations and their problems but including reference to Caribbean and Latin American native peoples.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0203 Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American/Chicano Studies. (Cert2y+, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the Hispanic American immigrant populations within the U.S. and Canada, including Mexican-American Studies, Cuban American Studies, Puerto Rican Studies, and others.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0206 Asian-American Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of Asian population groups who have immigrated to the United States and Canada, or sought refugee asylum, from the colonial period to the present, and including Chinese-Americans, Japanese-Americans, Korean-Americans, Vietnamese-Americans, Cambodian-Americans, and others.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0207 Women's Studies. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of women, and the development of modern feminism in relation to the roles played by women in different periods and locations in North America and the world. Programs may focus on literature, philosophy, and the arts as much as on social studies and policy.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0208 Gay/Lesbian Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on homosexuality in history, society, politics, and cultural life; usually with an emphasis on the modern emergence of gays and lesbians as a sociocultural minority movement, the identification of social, literary, and artistic themes and the definition of, and public policy and legal issues surrounding, the gay and lesbian community.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0209 Folklore Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the study of creativity and aesthetic expression in everyday life, as expressed in narrative, literature, performing arts, culture, work, family and community.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0210 Disability Studies. (AltPostMSc)

A program that focuses on the nature, meaning, and consequences of what it is to be defined as disabled and explores the historical, cultural, economic, physiological, and socio-political dynamics of disability. Includes instruction in disability rights, legal issues, and public policy; literature, philosophy, and the arts; and/or research in the social sciences, education, and health sciences addressing social and experiential aspects of disability.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)

05.0299 Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in ethnic, cultural minority, gender, and group studies not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Wisconsin

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Wisconsin Avg	WI vs US
25-1062	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,350	$79,510	-$17,840 (-18.3%)