Recent data from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) highlights the exceptional career readiness of UMBC graduates. “UMBC continues to surpass national career outcome rates across all degree levels,” said Christine Routzahn, director of the Career Center.
Bachelor’s degree outcomes
Nationwide, nearly 85 percent of Class of 2023 bachelor’s degree graduates were employed or pursuing further education within six months of graduation, according to NACE’s First Destinations report. UMBC stands out with an impressive career outcome rate of 93 percent.
Nationally, 57.2 percent of bachelor’s degree recipients were employed full-time within six months, compared to UMBC’s 65 percent. While 20.2 percent of graduates nationwide pursued further education, UMBC’s rate was higher at 24 percent.
Graduate degree outcomes
UMBC’s graduate degree holders also excelled beyond national averages. For master’s degree graduates, the national career outcome rate—defined as being employed or pursuing further education within six months—was 89.4 percent according to NACE’s report. UMBC outpaces this with a career outcome rate of 90.8 percent for master’s recipients.
Doctoral graduates nationwide had a 92.5 percent outcome rate, but UMBC achieved an exceptional 100 percent.
These results reflect our strong academic programs and the collective efforts of the UMBC community in fostering student achievement. “Our collective work empowers UMBC students to achieve meaningful career paths and long-term success,” Routzahn emphasized.
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