Once students obtain a master's degree and land a job, they have the potential to earn twice as much per week compared to individuals who have no college credits, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Now, some schools report that many female professionals are seeking higher salaries, as the number of women who are enrolled in graduate programs may be increasing.
According to The State News, the amount of female students who are obtaining a master's is rising at Michigan State University (MSU). Over the last decade, the number of women in the school's graduate programs has increased by nearly 11 percent, climbing from 3,237 to 3,852.
Science and engineering courses have seen the greatest increases due to MSU's efforts to attract women into these programs, the news provider reports.
Estelle McGroarty, assistant vice president at MSU, told the news source that the school hopes to "improve the opportunities for all groups in all disciplines."
Women who wish to enroll in master's degree programs may be qualified for jobs in various industries, including engineering. Over the next eight years, approximately 178,300 positions will be created for professionals in this field, according to the BLS.
