How can I compete with this?

I graduated 2 years ago, and have 2 years of experience. Just started applying to new roles.

I keep finding that nearly every role has a disproportionate number of applicants with master degrees, whereas I only have a BS.

I feel like experience matters more, but hiring managers will just decide to give the people with the masters more attention. Is this true?

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