"Associate degrees are looking better and better going into 2026, as uncertainty about the job market and wage stagnation ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rachel Wells is a writer who covers leadership, AI, and upskilling. For many people 10 or 20 years ago, it was the common notion ...

A new report from U.S. News & World Report sifted through government data to find the highest-paying jobs in the country for people with two-year undergraduate degrees. These associate's degrees can ...

Think that every job requires a four-year college degree? That’s not the case. There are plenty of jobs that pay well that require only associate degrees. Those working in this field are mainly ...

In 2025, a four-year degree isn't the only path to a six-figure salary with great benefits, says Eva Chan, career expert at Resume Genius. Associate degrees, which typically take 18 to 24 months to ...

An Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice is often viewed as limited in scope and practicality within the US job market. While it may provide foundational knowledge in criminal justice systems and ...

Those working in this field are mainly repairing airplanes and helicopters. Avionics technicians must earn an associate degree, attend an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS) and ...

Paralegals support lawyers and typically require at least an associate degree. However, a growing number of firms are prefering a bachelor’s degree alongside a paralegal certification. Hence, ...