Spending four years in college isn’t for everyone. In fact, more of us have decided that getting into the workforce faster, and earning a paycheck quicker, is a better option than spending a fortune getting a bachelor’s degree.
And if this sounds like you, you may be right!
But…
People who earn their bachelor’s degree always get a better return on their investment (ROI), right? Well, not so fast.
You see, education researcher, Preston Cooper has dug into some of the data, and what he reveals may surprise you.[1]
Get this, “On average, two-year technical certificates offered returns of $313,022. That's about twice as good as bachelor's programs, with an ROI of $159,751, he found.”
But what’s better, some trades offer an even better ROI.
In just a moment, School Match Pro will show you the trade that offers an incredible ROI, and we’ll show you how to find a trade school that matches your needs, your goals and your timeline.
First, Mr. Cooper told the DailyMail, “'What students want most out of postsecondary education is a good-paying job.
“Sometimes four-year degrees can provide that, but not always. A growing number of students are considering trade school as an alternative to college, as many trade programs have a proven track record of increasing earnings.”
So, if a good paying job is something you’re interested in, you’ll want to see the ROI on some of the following trades…
Ready?
The median ROI for carpentry is $79,365.
The median ROI for plumbing is $204,624
The median ROI for HVAC technician is $253,792
The median ROI for mechanics, electrical repairers and installers is just over $300,000.
The median ROI for ground transportation is $474,301…
And the trade that offers an incredible ROI? Well, the median ROI for Industrial gear maintenance is a whopping $595,195!
Like we said earlier, the median ROI for a bachelor’s program is $159,751, meaning some trades could offer you a better return on your investment than attending a four year college.
In fact, we also said earlier that on average, two-year technical certificates offered returns of $313,022!
So going into the trades could, in fact, pay off handsomely.
But what’s better, since most trade school programs can be completed in two years or less, you could start earning a paycheck in half the time it would take you to earn a four-year degree.
How do you find a trade school program that fits your needs?
Well, School Match Pro has made it a snap!
Simply go to our homepage (SchoolMatchPro.com) and click on the “Begin Your Search Now” button.
Once you do, you’ll see a huge array of subjects. One of those subjects is “Trade & Vo-Tech.”
Click on that one…
Then hit the “next” button.
From there, we’ll help get you matched to a trade school that fits what you’re looking for.
Remember, in less time (and less money) than it takes to complete a bachelor’s degree, you can start earning a paycheck… if you go to trade school!
[1] The little-known trade school course that will earn you $600K | Daily Mail Online
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