Jobs that typically need a some college, no degree
5 occupations sit at this level, with a typical median wage of $47,810. This is the education the Bureau of Labor Statistics says most workers need to enter the job, not a hard requirement, and pay varies widely inside the level.
5 occupations
Most jobs firstBookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Typically needs: Some college, no degree
Computer User Support Specialists
Typically needs: Some college, no degree
Order Clerks
Typically needs: Some college, no degree
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
Typically needs: Some college, no degree
Actors
Typically needs: Some college, no degree
Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · IPEDS Fall 2025–26 provisional · College Scorecard (June 2026 release). Education levels are the BLS Employment Projections typical entry-level education assignment. All sources & release dates →
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