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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 26 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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Education

Library Technicians

2025 median pay
$44,580
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award
2025–2035 growth
-6.4%
Annual openings
10,800

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

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Production

Furniture Finishers

2025 median pay
$44,540
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-3.5%
Annual openings
1,500

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

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Construction and Trades

Helpers--Roofers

2025 median pay
$44,160
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
-0.1%
Annual openings
600

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

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Construction and Trades

Helpers--Carpenters

2025 median pay
$43,780
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
-1.7%
Annual openings
2,000

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

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Agriculture and Natural Resources

Forest and Conservation Workers

2025 median pay
$43,680
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-1.5%
Annual openings
2,200

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

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Office and Administration

File Clerks

2025 median pay
$43,600
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-15.8%
Annual openings
5,600

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

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