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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 33 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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Building and Grounds

Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

2025 median pay
$35,510
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
0.6%
Annual openings
175,500

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

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Sales

Retail Salespersons

2025 median pay
$35,410
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
-0.3%
Annual openings
520,600

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

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Personal Care and Service

Animal Caretakers

2025 median pay
$35,360
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
12.1%
Annual openings
62,800

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

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Food Service

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

2025 median pay
$35,360
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
4.5%
Annual openings
48,800

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

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Food Service

Food Preparation Workers

2025 median pay
$35,320
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
-3%
Annual openings
135,700

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

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Healthcare Support

Physical Therapist Aides

2025 median pay
$35,240
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
4%
Annual openings
6,400

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

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Transportation and Logistics

Parking Attendants

2025 median pay
$35,150
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
2%
Annual openings
16,400

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

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