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Average Salary by Education Level

  • High School Diploma:

  • Associate’s Degree (2-year degree):

High School Diploma: Typically $30,000–$45,000 per year

Associate’s Degree (2-year degree): $40,000–$55,000 per year

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This type of federal loan does NOT charge you interest while you’re in school.

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Average Salary by Education Level

  • Bachelor’s Degree (4-year degree):

  • Master’s Degree:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (4-year degree):$55,000–$75,000 per year. Fields like engineering and computer science often pay more.

  • Master’s Degree:$70,000–$95,000 per year

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Average Salary by Education Level

  • PhD / Doctorate:

$90,000–$130,000+ per year in specialized fields like advanced engineering.

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This number—ranging from about 300 to 850—helps lenders decide what interest rate you’ll pay.

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