Most Valuable College Degrees of All Time

#9. Applied Mathematics:

Grads with this degree are generally hired to use high level mathematics to develop new mathematical principles, understand relationship between existing principles, and solve real world problems. These grads can opt to work as cryptanalyst, actuaries, statisticians, research analyst or independent consultants.

The projected job growth for an applied mathematician is 16.7 percent and estimated growth in pay is around 88 percent.   

#8. Management Information Systems:

This college major is basically a study of the relationship between people, technology and organization. It is a people-oriented degree with an emphasis on service through technology. Grads employed in this field essentially help business organizations maximize benefits from investment in personnel, equipment and business processes.  

The projected job growth of a management information system professional is 18.1 percent and the estimated growth in pay is 73 percent.

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