For the eighth consecutive year, the initial employment and graduate school placement success rate of recent University of the Ozarks graduates exceeds 90 percent, according to the University’s 2024 First Destination and Career Profile Report.
The latest survey looks at the Class of 2023 graduates and whether or not they had employment or were in graduate or professional school within six months of graduation. The report found that 95 percent of the respondents had either full-time employment, were in graduate or professional school or were employed part-time. Out of 154 graduates, only nine were still seeking employment and one did not respond to the survey.
It is the eighth consecutive year that the University’s success rate for its graduates has exceeded 90 percent. The average for the past five years is 95 percent.
“Reaching a 95 percent success rate in helping our graduates find jobs or pursue further studies showcases the dedication and teamwork of our entire University community,” said Matt Bewley, director of career services. “Our staff and faculty collaborate to provide individualized support, ensuring our students are well-prepared and confident for the next steps in their careers and education.”
According to the 2024 First Destination and Career Profile Report, the 2023 graduates were working in 22 states and nine countries. In addition, 17 members of the Class of 2023 were in graduate or professional schools in nine different states. The largest number of employed graduates were in the professional fields of business and finance (25), education (22) and healthcare and mental health care (17).
The University follows the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) standards and protocols for the collection and dissemination of initial career outcomes for recent graduates.
Topics: Career Services