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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 31 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

Passenger Attendants

2025 median pay
$37,720
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
6%
Annual openings
4,300

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

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Healthcare Support

Pharmacy Aides

2025 median pay
$37,680
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-0.7%
Annual openings
5,100

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

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Healthcare

Dietetic Technicians

2025 median pay
$37,640
Entry credential
Associate's degree
2025–2035 growth
2.7%
Annual openings
4,200

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

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Office and Administration

Gambling Cage Workers

2025 median pay
$37,580
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-3.1%
Annual openings
1,200

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

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Food Service

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

2025 median pay
$37,450
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
2.8%
Annual openings
62,900

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

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Food Service

Cooks, Restaurant

2025 median pay
$37,390
Entry credential
No formal educational credential + related experience
2025–2035 growth
12.1%
Annual openings
218,600

Prior related experience: less than 5 years.

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Arts, Design, Media, and Sports

Floral Designers

2025 median pay
$37,360
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-5.6%
Annual openings
5,200

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

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Production

Bakers

2025 median pay
$37,160
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
5.5%
Annual openings
36,500

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

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Personal Care and Service

Baggage Porters and Bellhops

2025 median pay
$37,080
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-3%
Annual openings
3,800

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

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Office and Administration

Library Assistants, Clerical

2025 median pay
$36,910
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-6.4%
Annual openings
12,300

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

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