Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
College professors instruct undergraduate and graduate students in specific subjects at colleges and universities. They lecture classes, lead small seminar groups, and create and grade examinations. They also may conduct research, write for publication, and aid in administration. Approximately 1.4 million postsecondary teachers are employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Master's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Helpful
Organized
Outgoing
Career Ladder
Department Chair
Professor
Associate Professor
Assistant Professor
Instructor
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