You might consider majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) if you want the highest return on your college degree investment.

According to A.I., architectural engineering is the most lucrative major. analysis by BankrateThe median annual income of degree holders is $90,000 Graduation holders have a median annual income $90,000 and a unemployment rate of 1.3%.

Bankrate evaluated 159 majors in college and considered several factors such as median income, unemployment rate, and careers that do not require a bachelor’s degree.

This company analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey. Based on interviews with more than 2,000,000 Americans, it analyzed bachelor’s degree holders in their labor force. They also compared them to those who were either seeking or employed.

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Sarah Foster, Bankrate analyst said that a list such as this does not discourage someone from choosing the right career path. It simply informs them about the necessary steps to make it happen.

If your field isn’t delivering a high return, you might consider going to a lower-priced college.

Foster stated, “It’s really about striking the right balance between your passions and your financial resources.”

The top ranking was held by STEM degrees. This area of study has been growing in popularity. According to a report by, STEM degrees have grown faster than all other degree programs. Pew Research

According to Pew, the number of STEM bachelors’ degrees was up 62% between 2010 and 2018. All degrees experienced a 20% increase in their enrollments.

1. Architectural Engineering

Median annual income: $90,000; unemployment rate: 1.3%

2. Construction Services

Median annual income: $80,000; unemployment rate: 1%

3. Computer Engineering

Median annual income: $101,000; unemployment rate: 2.3%

4. Aerospace Engineering

Median annual income: $100,000 ; unemployment rate: 1.9%

5. Transportation Sciences and Technologies

Median annual income: $86,000; unemployment rate: 1.8%