According to a tool about labor market outcomes for recent college graduates that is regularly updated by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, engineering majors have the highest early-career earnings.

“High-skilled labor is in increasing demand,” says Jaison Abel, assistant vice president and head of the regional analysis function at the New York Fed. As a result, students with more specialized, technical majors—such as engineering and computer science—see the highest starting salaries, which can be $70,000 or more.

The labor market outcomes tool from the New York Fed includes data on unemployment, underemployment, and the share of bachelor’s degree holders in each major who go on to pursue a graduate degree. This information provides a more complete picture of the job prospects for each college major.

The median wage for engineering majors is highest amongst all majors when looking at those aged 35 to 45. Chemical engineering graduates in particular make a median wage of $111,000. Other STEM majors such as pharmacy and computer science also boast six-figure or higher median wages when looking at mid-career earners.

The most recent data from the Federal Reserve shows that the top 56 college majors with the highest median wages among bachelor’s degree holders who are 22 to 27 years old are:

1. Computer Science

• Median Base Salary: $70,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Web Developer
  

2. Electrical Engineering

• Median Base Salary: $68,438
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Electrical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Software Developer
  

3. Mechanical Engineering

• Median Base Salary: $68,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, Project Engineer
  

4. Chemical Engineering

• Median Base Salary: $65,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Chemical Engineer, Process Engineer, Project Engineer
  

5. Industrial Engineering

• Median Base Salary: $64,381
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Industrial Engineer, Quality Engineer, Production Planner
  

6. Information Technology

• Median Base Salary: $64,008
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Programmer Analyst, Technical Support, Systems Engineer
  

7. Civil Engineering

• Median Base Salary: $61,500
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Field Engineer
  

8. Statistics

• Median Base Salary: $60,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Data Analyst, Statistician, Data Scientist
  

9. Nursing

• Median Base Salary: $58,928
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Registered Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Case Manager
  

10. Management Information Systems

• Median Base Salary: $58,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Network Administrator, Help Desk Analyst, Business Analyst
  

11. Finance

• Median Base Salary: $54,900
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Financial Analyst, Investment Banking Analyst, Accountant
  

12. Mathematics

• Median Base Salary: 54,018
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Math Teacher, Software Engineer, Data Analyst
  

13. Biomedical Engineering

• Median Base Salary: $52,814
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Biomedical Engineer, Service Engineer, Clinical Research Associate
  

14. Accounting

• Median Base Salary: $52,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Accountant, Auditor, Financial Analyst
  

15. Economics

• Median Base Salary: $52,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Financial Analyst, Management Analyst, Accountant
  

16. Physics

• Median Base Salary: $50,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Physicist, Research Fellow, Computer Programmer
  

17. Biotechnology

• Median Base Salary: $50,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Laboratory Technician, Quality Control Analyst, Research Associate
  

18. Architecture

• Median Base Salary: $50,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Architect, CAD Designer, Project Designer
  

19. Fashion Design

• Median Base Salary: $50,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Fashion Designer, Textile Designer, Stylist
  

20. Business

• Median Base Salary: $47,850
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Account Manager, Marketing Manager, Market Research Analyst
  

21. International Relations

• Median Base Salary: $45,880
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Marketing Associate, English Teacher, Research Assistant
  

22. Graphic Design

• Median Base Salary: $45,846
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Art Manager
  

23. Marketing

• Median Base Salary: $45,475
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Marketing Coordinator, Account Executive, Marketing Analyst  
  

24. English

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: English Teacher, Editor, Copywriter
  

25. Political Science

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Law Clerk, Paralegal, Consultant  
  

26. History

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Research Assistant, History Teacher, Teaching Assistant
  

27. Human Resources

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: HR Coordinator, Corporate Recruiter, HR Analyst
  

28. Journalism

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Reporter, Editor, Public Relations Coordinator
  

29. Advertising

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Account Executive, Marketing Analyst, Media Planner
  

30. Philosophy

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Teaching Assistant, Writer, Consultant  
  

31. Environmental Science

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Environmental Scientist, Laboratory Technician, Safety Manager
  

32. Social Science

• Median Base Salary: $45,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: HR Assistant, Management Consultant, Visual Merchandiser
  

33. Spanish

• Median Base Salary: $44,256
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Spanish Teacher, Spanish Translator, Project Manager
  

34. Communications

• Median Base Salary: $44,190
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Public Relations Coordinator, Journalist, Content Marketing Manager
  

35. Interior Design

• Median Base Salary: $44,098
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Interior Designer, Visual Merchandiser, Drafter
  

36. Chemistry

• Median Base Salary: $44,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Pharmacy Technician, Chemist, Laboratory Technician
  

37. Music

• Median Base Salary: $44,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Music Teacher, Audio Engineer, Media Sales
  

38. Film Studies

• Median Base Salary: $44,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Production Coordinator, Video Editor, Proposal Manager
  

39. Public Relations

• Median Base Salary: $43,156
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Public Relations Coordinator, Account Executive, Event Planner
  

40. Sports Management

• Median Base Salary: $43,156
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Personal Trainer, Sales Associate, Production Assistant  
  

41. Education

• Median Base Salary: $43,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Special Education Teacher, Elementary School Teacher, Language Arts Teacher
  

42. Anthropology

• Median Base Salary: $43,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Project Coordinator, Research Assistant, Administrative Assistant  
  

43. Hospitality Management  

• Median Base Salary: $42,734
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Food and Beverage Manager, Front Desk Manager, Housekeeping Manager
  

44. Biochemistry

• Median Base Salary: $42,672
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Research Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Chemist
  

45. Liberal Arts

• Median Base Salary: $42,500
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Sales Manager, Receptionist, Teacher
  

46. Psychology

• Median Base Salary: $42,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Case Manager, Mental Health Counselor, Sales Associate
  

47. Sociology

• Median Base Salary: $42,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: HR Assistant, Account Manager, Administrative Assistant  
  

48. Healthcare Administration

• Median Base Salary: $42,000
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Medical Assistant, File Clerk, Office Manager
  

49. Social Work

• Median Base Salary: $41,656
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, Camp Counselor
  

50. Biology

• Median Base Salary: $41,250
  
• Popular Entry-Level Jobs: Lab Assistant, Paramedic, Tutor

51. Computer Engineering: $74,000

52. Aerospace Engineering: $70,000

53. Miscellaneous Engineering: $65,000

54. General Engineering: $62,000

55. Construction Services: $60,000

56. Business Analytics: $60,000

This means that if you are undecided on a college major, you are not alone. Many students enter college without declaring a major, and that is okay. Talk to your academic advisor about your interests and explore your options. There is no need to rush into declaring a major. Take your time and find what is the best fit for you.

“Dr. Andrew Chamberlain, Glassdoor Chief Economist, suggests that students who want to secure high-paying jobs after graduation should major in science, technology, engineering, or math. He notes that STEM majors are in demand by the technology and health industries, which offer more lucrative positions that are less susceptible to automation or competition.”