Overall job growth between 2000 and 2010 will be 15%, resulting in 22 million new jobs.

  • The professional and related occupations group is projected to grow faster (26%) and
    add more workers (7 million) than any other group. About 80% of workers aged 25 to 44
    in this group are college grads.
  • Occupations employing primarily college graduates are projected to be among the
    fastest-growing.
  • From a total number point of view, occupations usually requiring a bachelor’s or higher
    degree are expected to contribute about 6.5 million new jobs.
  • The seven top fastest-growing careers are still computer-related. They are still also rated
    to offer top salaries.