Total Learning Centers Pays Off!
Annual Earnings by Educational Level — Education Does Pay Off!
The following data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveal that those who learn more earn more. Unemployment and earnings data are presented for year-round, full-time workers age 25 and over.
| 1998 Unemployment Rate | Education Attained | Median Earnings 1998 |
| 1.30% | Professional Degree | $72,700 |
| 1.40% | Doctorate | $62,400 |
| 1.60% | Master's Degree | $50,000 |
| 1.90% | Bachelor's Degree | $40,100 |
| 2.50% | Associate Degree | $31,700 |
| 3.20% | Some College, No Degree | $30,400 |
| 4.00% | High School Graduate | $26,000 |
| 7.10% | Less Than High School Grad | $19,700 |
Investing In Your Child's Education
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