Education

There are a surprising number of popular celebrities who have college degrees, yet the public is unaware of who they are.

Are these authors just stirring the pot or were they unjustly banned?

While some might just see a degree as a status symbol, the truth is that certain degrees can have a real and positive impact on an individual's earning potential, and the education level of the population as a whole can affect the entire country's economic stability. 

Every year, universities report the amount in their endowment fund and the amount spent on research. Some are no surprise, but others? All facts and figures from The Best Schools and the university’s website. 

Picking the right college is a tough choice, but we suggest aiming for the stars! We hear about ivy league universities all the time, but are they the best? Well, unsurprisingly, they are really, really high up there. That being said, there are some that are pretty dang good without having a single-digit acceptance rate. We pulled the list from WalletHub, but the stats came from CollegeFactual, USNews, and Niche.com. Were you surprised by any of the entries on this list?

Today, we're taking a look at the the college degrees that pay the most right out of college. If you don't have the time and patience to build your financial future, these are the degrees you'll want to stay aware of. 

There are lots of options to choose from, but avoid these at all costs. They won't yield a happy college experience or a fruitful career in most circumstances. All stats and numbers from the United States Department of Education, Niche, and College Factual.