99.5% Northwestern Graduates Stand Out
First-destination data shows that 99.5% of the class of 2019 were gainfully employed or attending grad school within 6 months of graduation. From landing jobs at some of the most sought-after companies, to enrolling in the nation’s top graduate schools, it is clear that our graduates stand out.
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Who Hired Them?
Northwestern’s 2019 graduates were hired by more than 142 different companies and organizations in positions including: software engineer, actuarial assistant, nurse, athletic trainer, graphic designer, and more. The average salary for graduates who are employed full time was $41,160. The maximum salary reported was $74,000.
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Where They Landed
Since graduating from Northwestern, members of the class of 2019 are now living and working in 24 states and 7 countries around the world.
Of those graduates who reported their geographical location, 38.6% are working in Iowa.
Top Industries
Top industry choices for 2019 grads include healthcare, education, business, social services, sports & entertainment, and manufacturing.
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Grad School Data
37 members of the class of 2019 are enrolled in graduate programs ranging from medicine to the arts.
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