Hard Times
College Majors, Unemployment, and Earnings
Despite hard times for recent graduates, college is still worth it. Much attention has been devoted to the 9 percent unemployment among recent college graduates, leading some to conclude that college is no longer worth it. Hard Times: College Majors, Unemployment, and Earnings argues that college remains the best alternative for young workers with one caveat: Not all majors are created equal. Some majors offer substantially better employment prospects than others.
Key Findings
Resources
Our report shows your choice of college major greatly determines your unemployment rate and earnings.
This study also finds:
- People who make technology are better of than those who use technology.
- Unemployment is lowest where the ties between majors and occupations are highest.
- Getting a graduate degree can make a substantial difference in your employment and earnings prospect across all majors.
