They don't know how to write a resume. And if they feel that it hurts them then simply apply with only the masters listed. That's what I do, tailor the resume for the job. "High school diploma or GED"? No sir, never been to college! "Bachelor's degree in a related field"? Yes sir, I've been to college! I'm presuming they would look further into one's credentials if they're left on the list, and would likely find out the other degrees weren't listed, but I could be wrong. :shrugs: With most of the HS diploma jobs they review your application, give you an interview, run a criminal background check and/or piss test, and you're hired.