The transition to post-college life is causing significant stress among students, with a recent survey revealing that a substantial percentage of students express concerns about entering the job market. The Class of 2025 is particularly apprehensive due to fierce competition and lingering student loan debts. While employers plan to increase hiring, starting salary projections vary widely by major. STEM graduates consistently enjoy the highest salaries, though other fields such as social sciences indicate a troubling decline in projections, reflecting a complex job market landscape for upcoming graduates.
The Class of 2025 is facing a challenging job market, and their concerns about salary projections and competition for jobs are reflected in survey data.
Employers plan to hire 7.3 percent more graduates from the Class of 2025 than from the Class of 2024, indicating a healthier job market despite salary concerns.
NACE's data highlights that while starting salary projections have generally increased, growth is uneven across different majors, especially with social sciences experiencing a decline.
STEM graduates continue to command the highest starting salaries, with engineering graduates like computer science and software engineering leading the pack.
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