Want to Earn More Money? Study Engineering

As a new school year approaches and college freshman take their first steps onto campuses around the country, it is a time of reflection. And included in those reflections are often considerations about what major will offer the best chance to earn money . While they say you should do something you love, many people have been made painfully aware — thanks to the recession — of the importance of having a moneymaker.

CNN Money has a list of the top 15 earning degrees . Better sharpen your math skills:

It is clear that engineering is in high demand. And, because many of the engineering jobs listed here require some sort of specialized skill and on-site presence, it also makes them somewhat recession proof . Just something to consider as everyone heads back to school.