Best healthcare jobs without a bachelor’s degree: US News
Several healthcare roles landed on U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 rankings of the best jobs without a bachelor’s degree.
The list is part of the publication’s annual best jobs rankings series, released Jan. 13, which evaluates jobs across 17 categories, including healthcare.
To develop the rankings, U.S. News analyzed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify jobs with high demand and then scored each role based on five weighted components: future prospects (30%), wage potential (25%), employment (20%), job safety and stability (15%), and work-life balance (10%).
The “Best Jobs Without a College Degree” list features careers accessible with a high school diploma or associate degree. Some roles may also require certifications, apprenticeships or on-the-job training.
Here are the 25 best jobs without a bachelor’s degree in 2026, including links to each career profile on U.S. News:
1. Ophthalmic medical technician
3. Solar photovoltaic installer
8. Electrician
11. Baker
12. Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse
14. Exercise trainer
15. Maintenance and repair worker
16. Choreographer
17. Carpenter
18. Medical records technician
19. Plumber
24. Optician
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