The Value of Education Check

What is a benefit of choosing a STEM career?

• growth potential

• low education cost

• higher pay on average

• growth potential AND higher pay on average

The following are examples of the benefits of getting a certificate or degree through trade school except _______

• lower initial cost outlay for education

• less time invested

• hands-on job experience is often provided

• high amount of perceived prestige

Which reason is NOT advisable in choosing a career?

• using skills and pursuing interests and passions

• cost-of-living benefits

• potential to move up in higher ranks

• friends or family member have that career

Which career would have the highest average income per year?

• fashion designer

• game warden

• architect

• police detective

Which career would have the highest Return On Investment (ROI)?

• surgeon, MD, $208,000 annual salary, 20 years school

• architect, BS, $79,380 annual salary, 17 years school

• electrical lineman, $65,800 annual salary, 12 years school

• police detective, $63,380 annual salary, 14 years school