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Careers without a four-year degree

These careers have a documented route below a bachelor's degree. Some require years of apprenticeship, licensing, or experience in another occupation. A degree alternative does not establish a quick route into the job.

This filter excludes careers whose prior experience requirements are unknown. Education, training, licensing, and employer requirements still apply.

414 careers · Sorted by median pay · Page 14 of 35

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Balanced ranking: 40% pay, 30% projected growth, 30% annual openings. Check the work and entry route for fit.

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Transportation and Logistics

Hoist and Winch Operators

2025 median pay
$56,450
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
0.2%
Annual openings
300

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Mechanical Door Repairers

2025 median pay
$55,720
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
6.4%
Annual openings
2,100

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Construction and Trades

Roofers

2025 median pay
$55,440
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
5.3%
Annual openings
12,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Arts, Design, Media, and Sports

Choreographers

2025 median pay
$55,310
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + related experience
2025–2035 growth
3.1%
Annual openings
600

Prior related experience: 5 years or more.

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Office and Administration

Desktop Publishers

2025 median pay
$55,290
Entry credential
Associate's degree
2025–2035 growth
-14.5%
Annual openings
300

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Automotive Body and Related Repairers

2025 median pay
$54,890
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
3.7%
Annual openings
12,600

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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