If you are an at-will employee, the power is yours and don't let your employer convince you otherwise. If you do quality work with integrity and know that your

If you are an at-will employee, the power is yours and don't let your employer convince you otherwise. If you do quality work with integrity and know that your pay rate is below market, then ask for the raise. If they don't give it to you or try to convince you to the contrary, seek new employment for a closer to market rate. You have to have the confidence in your work and skills, regardless of having a completed degree. I was in a very similar position where I was providing tremendous value to an organization, but never was given enough respect to be given the official title, pay rate or benefits that went along with my responsibilities. I eventually left and found a position where they valued my contributions and was paid market rate while I was still finishing my degree.