2015 grads are projected to make about $15K more than last year's grads

The graduating class of 2015 can expect an average starting salary of $62,998, according to a National Association of Colleges and Employers survey. This year's grads are projected to make about $15K more than the class of 2014, which averaged a starting salary of $48,127.

Personal finance site, WalletHub, ranked the jobs with the five highest-paying starting salaries by comparing 109 different types entry-level jobs based on 11 key metrics, ranging from starting salaries to industry growth rate. 

1. Tax Attorney

Median entry-level salary: $82,391

2. Drilling Engineer

Median entry-level salary: $92,481

3. Patent Attorney

Median entry-level salary: $115,572

4. Attorney

Median entry-level salary: $63,695

5. Employment Law Attorney

Median entry-level salary: $72,122