Many entry positions now require an associate degree. A liberal arts degree, like the Associate in Science, can also provide the foundation for a future bachelor’s degree.
- As of 2022, quality control analysts earn an annual median wage of $50,290.
- Employment demand for STEM occupations — those related to science, technology, engineering, and math — are expected to grow 8.8 percent by 2028, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.