Alabama Students: Top Careers That Pay The Most

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I recall changing my major at Bama several times.
I went from pre-med to pre-law and ended up with a career in broadcasting.

The dawn of a new fall semester at Bama finds many students searching for that perfect-fit major.

If motivated by financial payoff, you might want to consider this list from the US Wage Report.

The 12 top careers with the highest salaries…

#12. Airline Pilots- Average yearly salary $280,570

#11. Obstetricians and Gynecologists- Average yearly salary $281,130

#10. Neurologists- Average yearly salary $286,310

#9. Ophthalmologists- Average yearly salary $301,500

#8. Emergency Medicine- Average yearly salary $320,700

#7. Anesthesiologist- $336,640

#6. Dermatologists- $347,810

#5. Radiologist- $359,820

#4. Oral Surgeon- $360,240

#3. Orthopedic Surgeons- $365,060

#2. Cardiologist- $432,490

#1. Pediatric Surgeon- $450,810

My final thought, Bama freshmen, you can’t go wrong chasing a degree and career in healthcare.