UNDATED (CNN) -- If you're looking for a career that leads to
financial security, four years of college isn't the only path.
With college costs on the rise, more young people are beginning
to question whether the cost of a four-year degree is worth it.
A new study from Georgetown University could be part of that
conversation. According to the study, there are at least 29
million jobs for people without four year degrees. And at least
a million are unfilled. These jobs, which range from areas like
nursing to the trades, pay middle class wages. The average is
$42,000 a year and almost 40 percent of them pay salaries above
$50,000. But there is one catch; most of these jobs still
require you to get some sort of apprenticeship, training or
post-secondary certificate. Those certifications can often be
earned at community colleges or trade schools. The most popular
certificates for high school graduates include nursing
assistant, commercial truck driver, and insurance agent. Popular
certificates for those with asso