Study engineering.

CBS Chicago reports.

Highest Paid College Salaries

Those considering a college degree will most likely also take into consideration the salary potential of the degree earned as well as the opportunity for advancement. Not all degrees are the same or the earning potential; individuals who are looking for a lucrative career should consider the following college degrees as they offer some of the highest paid salaries.

A report was put out recently by The Georgetown University Center on Education and The Workforce. Nearly all of the top 10 highest paying college majors were in the engineering field. Based on the top 10, it would be wise for high school students to delve deep into the science and math classes while attending high school so that they are prepared for the college courses specific to the listed college majors below.

One of the key findings in the report is the highest paying college majors earn 3.4 million more than the lowest-paying majors over a lifetime. This key finding alone should give those who are considering their career field and college major a reason to take a step back and look at their educational avenue to make sure it is the best choice for them.

Here are the top 10 highest paying college degrees and salaries (Median annual wages: 25-59) based on data analyzed by The Georgetown University Center on Education and The Workforce: