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Majors That Pay You Back. 1  Choosing a major makes an even bigger impact on future earnings than deciding which school to attend. PayScale ranks the highest paying college majors for associate, bachelor's and graduate degrees. Top 5 Associate Degrees. A 4-year degree isn't a requirement for career success. If you want a 2-year degree that leads to high pay, check out the associate degree majors on this list.