Realistic Careers

Craft Artist

About 60 percent of craft artists are self-employed.
Keen competition is expected for both salaried jobs and freelance work because the arts attract many talented people with creative ability.
Artists usually develop their skills through a bachelor's degree program or other postsecondary training in art or design.
Earnings for self-employed artists vary widely; some well-established artists earn more than salaried artists, while others find it difficult to rely solely on income earned from selling art.

About 60 percent of fine artists are self-employed.
Keen competition is expected for both salaried jobs and freelance work because the arts attract many talented people with creative ability.
Artists usually develop their skills through a bachelor's degree program or other postsecondary training in art or design.
Earnings for self-employed artists vary widely; some well-established artists earn more than salaried artists, while others find it difficult to rely solely on income earned from selling art.

Computer software engineers are among the occupations projected to grow the fastest and add the most new jobs over the 2008-18 decade, resulting in excellent job prospects.
Demand for computer software engineers will increase as computer networking continues to grow.
Job prospects will be best for applicants with a bachelor's or higher degree and relevant experience.

Employment growth is projected to be faster than average, with excellent job prospects including work in other countries.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.

Employment growth is projected to be about as fast as the average, with favorable job prospects due to increased interest in nuclear technologies.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.

Employment growth is projected to be faster than average, with favorable job prospects expected.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.

Employment growth is projected to be slower than average, however, favorable job prospects are expected.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.

Employment growth is projected to be slower than average, with favorable job prospects expected.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.

Employment growth is projected to be about as fast as the average, with most employment growth expected in the professional, scientific, and technical services industries.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.

Employment growth is projected to be slower than average, with favorable job prospects expected.
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for most entry-level jobs, but some research positions may require a graduate degree.
Starting salaries are among the highest of all college graduates.
Continuing education is critical for engineers in order to keep up with improvements in technology.