Nearly 15 million women in the U.S. earn too little to cover basic living expenses for their families, despite working in full-time, year-round jobs. Education is one proven strategy for raising incomes. A woman with a two-year associate's degree earns 28 percent more and a woman with a bachelor's degree earns 75 percent more than a woman with only a high school education.
An educated workforce is also essential for the economic health of the nation. Over the next 15 years, estimates show that nearly 80 percent of newly created jobs in the United States will require some postsecondary education.
Despite the proven benefits of education, too many adults do not have access to the education they need to get jobs that pay enough to support a family. At the same time, employers are often unable to find the skilled workers they need.
Read our overview on Women Employed's efforts to ensure access to high-quality postsecondary education and job training programs. For more information, visit the Initiatives page.
