About James Bullard

James Bullard is an experienced journalist who writes extensively about higher education, careers, and the job market. He is passionate about analyzing whether college degrees are worth the investment, given factors like rising tuition costs and student loan debt.

Bullard covers topics related to maximizing career and salary potential with or without a bachelor’s degree. He provides insightful data on job growth, salary projections, and ROI for various college majors. His articles aim to help readers make informed decisions about pursuing or forgoing higher education.

With over a decade of reporting on labor market trends, Bullard offers a data-driven perspective on navigating today’s competitive job landscape. He is a regular contributor to media outlets such as The Chronicle of Higher Education, Harvard Business Review, and Forbes.

Bullard holds a master’s degree in economics from Stanford University. Prior to focusing on education and career topics, he worked as a financial analyst and covered business and technology news. Bullard is based in New York but frequently travels across the country to report on the value proposition of college degrees in America.