Graphic Designer

Median entry-level salary: $46,000

Most employers will prefer you have a bachelor’s degree in art or graphic design. But it pays off, as you’ll often be working in the lucrative field of advertising, creating logos and designing media.

Financial Analyst

Median entry-level salary: $47,100

A variety of majors can get you on the path to this work including finance, math, economics, accounting and business management. Crunching those numbers for banks, insurance companies, investment firms and other related businesses pays well.

Sales representative

Median entry-level salary: $54,400

While a bachelor’s degree in a field related to the product you’re selling is preferred, hands-on experience could also land you this type of work. So long as you are competitive, relatable and outgoing, you could enjoy high earnings.

Copywriter

Median entry-level salary: $41,800

No wonder this is such a prized position in the TV series “Mad Men.” Creativity, the skills of a wordsmith and a little knowledge in psychology could gain you financial comfort. A degree in communication, media studies, public relations, journalism or English is preferred here.

Human Resources Assistant

Median entry-level salary: $34,200

A background in research and analysis is helpful in this line of work. The job description often includes assisting with payroll, organizing and administrating benefits as well as handling legal issues. A degree in business is preferred.

Public Relations Assistant

Median entry-level salary: $44,700

While the publicist you work under is handling the in-person matters, you’ll be creating and executing publicity materials. This job requires a combination of people skills and writing or editing skills, so a degree in communication or English or journalism is preferred.

Web Designer

Median entry-level salary: $50,800

If you love keeping up with Internet and tech trends, and pick up new tools quickly, you could be a valuable asset to a web-based company. This job involves developing and designing new applications for company websites and requires a degree in computer science, information technology or a related field.

Marketing Coordinator

Median entry-level salary: $49,400

Skills in business analysis and marketing are required for this work, which involves figuring out demand for products and scouting out potential clients. A degree in marketing, business or economics is preferred.

Computer Programmer

Median entry-level salary: $53,600

On top of having an education in computer science, you also need the skills to determine a company’s unique needs, and create programs around those needs.

Database Analyst

Median entry-level salary: $55,500

In this position, you manage databases for companies by developing, modifying and coordinating them regularly. A degree in computer science or a related field is preferred.