Even though the fight for a well-paid job without a degree is pretty tough, there are still a few positions that enable you to earn quite a lot of money. These days, having a college degree doesn’t always guarantee you a job in your field, so it’s good to have some alternatives. Also, the cost of attending college increases each year, so there are quite a lot of high school graduates who can’t afford college and who might wonder how well they could do without a college degree. Here are 7 well-paying jobs that don’t need a degree:
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1. Small Business Owner
Since not everyone is cut out to be an employee, a lot of high school graduates prefer being their own boss and choose to manage their own business. Of course, if you do decide to start your own business, you should learn a few things to have the best chance of making your business successful. You must be willing to work hard and have patience because it might take some time until your business idea starts to pay off.
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As an entrepreneur, creativity and innovation will be your best assets. Networking and marketing can also go a long way in creating a buzz around your products or services. However, keep in mind that you don't need to go at it alone; mentorship and collaboration could provide invaluable insights. To help turn your vision into a successful venture, consider taking online courses or attending workshops to brush up on your business acumen. Remember, perseverance and adaptability are crucial, so don't be discouraged by setbacks. With the right mindset, your business can thrive!
2. Journalist
If you like to write and you a have a good story to write about, it is possible to break into this industry without having a qualification in this field. You do have to be passionate about writing, you have to read a lot and you need to take this job seriously if you want to be successful in this field.
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely! There are tons of amazing jobs out there that don't require a degree. Think about roles in tech, creative fields, or even starting your own business. Sometimes it's about skills and passion more than a diploma!
Well, sales roles can be super lucrative if you’re good at it. Tech support or freelance writing can pay well too. Plus, jobs like being a virtual assistant can surprisingly bring in a lot more than you'd think!
Networking is key! Talk to people in industries you're interested in and ask for advice. Online courses can level up your skills, and internships give you valuable experience. Keep exploring and trying new things!
Sometimes it seems that way, but don't let that hold you back. Many industries are becoming more inclusive. Also, create a strong resume and highlight your unique skills and experiences to make a strong impression!
Freedom! You often get to skip student debt and can jump straight into the workforce, gaining hands-on experience. Plus, you can pivot and explore various fields without the pressure of a degree!
3. Personal Trainer
Even if this job doesn’t necessarily require a college degree, you still need to earn a personal training certificate. If you love fitness and helping others stay healthy and get in good shape, then this is the perfect job for you. You can also earn quite a lot of money if you are really good at what you are doing. You will have a flexible schedule and you will meet a lot of interesting people.
4. Real Estate Agent
Even though working in real estate is far from a piece of cake, this is still one of those well-paying jobs that don’t require a college degree. You will need a lot of patience, though, because helping people find their dream homes is not that easy. You will learn a lot of new things, acquire new skills, meet new people and you’ll have a flexible schedule, which is always a plus.
5. Loan Officer
Loan officers approve applications for monetary assistance, they advise people who are seeking financial help and they evaluate their credit status. Even if it doesn’t require a college degree, you need to have high school diploma or an equivalent to do this job. It does involve a lot of logistic management and paperwork, but you can make quite a lot of money if you are really good in this field.
6. Makeup Artist
This is a wonderful and fulfilling job that doesn’t require a college degree. You can open your own business, you can work in a beauty salon or even in a theatre, TV or the movies. You need to be really passionate about makeup, you need to take some classes that will teach you some very important techniques used in applying makeup and you also need to have a bit of talent.
7. Dental Hygienist
Even if this job doesn’t require a college degree, you’ll need to have an associate’s degree. A dental hygienist is basically the individual who is responsible for keeping your teeth clean. They also examine patients to check for possible teeth and gum diseases and they recommend respective preventive care.
Finding a job nowadays can be quite difficult but with a lot of patience and with a bit of effort, you will manage to find that dream job that you will love. Do you know any other well-paying jobs that don’t require a college degree? Please tell us more about them in the comments section!
Sources:
womanitely.com
lifehack.org
businessinsider.com
marketwatch.com
Comments
Alyx: All of these need certificates. Makeup artists legally can't take money from clients without their certificate, you need a real estate certificate before you can do anything, both requiring not college, but it's own school. Here in Canada to become a makeup artist is a full year of school. Personal trainers have 6 months of paper learning, then 3 months of physical training and practicing training others, dental hygienists go through more school than dental assistants, which is a 2 year college course here in Canada.
Lindsay: And you might need certifications or something for some of these
Sarwa: I didn't know being a dental hygenist doesn't need a college degree
Joanne: Believe it or not...delivering the local free paper can snag you a pretty good paycheck!! Most free neighbourhood papers pay between $.07 per paper for regular delivery people to $.15 per paper for subs (people who fill in the routes that have not been filled by a regular carrier). My husband and I work together as a team and we work 2 12 hour days and 2 4-6 hour days and we deliver approximately 2000-2400 papers twice a week and we make approximately $2500.00 per month. Not as much $ as some of the jobs that were listed in this article, but it pays all of our bills every month and all you really need is a reliable form of transportation. Another added perk is that we can take our dogs with us so they get their excersize as well as we do. For the amount of work we do, we can't think of any other job that you can work 3-4 days a week and still make the kind of money we do!! It also means that we get about a 3-4 day weekend and it means that if we want to take a mini-holiday (get out of town)we can do that without having to take time off from work. Just thought I'd share this tip bit of information with y'all.
honest_marie: insurance agents/ salesperson for some companies don't require degrees
Lindsayyyyy: Last time I checked an associates degree requires going to college
Melissa: Air Traffic Controller
Jennifer: I'm going into real estate
Tink68: Obviously whomever wrote this needs to do more research, yes, you do need a college degree to be a dental hygienist, and an associate's degree IS a college degree. Does no one edit these articles?!
Lindsay: Associate's degree not college? I mean, that's where I had to go to work towards it.
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