Employment Outcomes in Higher Education

Author

Yunxia Wei, The Graduate Center, City University of New YorkFollow

Date of Degree

2-2024

Document Type

Capstone Project

Degree Name

M.S.

Program

Data Analysis & Visualization

Advisor

Aucher Serr

Subject Categories

Education | Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research | Education Economics

Keywords

Jobs, Wages, Higher education, Employment Outcomes, Wage patterns

Abstract

Understanding the relationship between education, jobs, and wages in higher education is critical. It is not just about earning a degree; it is also about what that degree means for your earnings and the economy. Investigating data on jobs and wages challenges what we think we know and helps us see the whole picture. And delving into how much graduates earn based on what they studied and where they went to school by looking at Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) using data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). It's like looking into the future to see how education will benefit you. This isn't just beneficial for colleges looking to improve their programs; it's also an opportunity for students. It assists colleges in determining which subjects work well and which require improvement. It's like having a roadmap that shows which paths lead to better pay and employment opportunities for students.This type of research is about understanding how education shapes our lives, not just numbers. It enables us to make more informed decisions about what we study and how it affects our careers and society as a whole.

Recommended Citation

Wei, Yunxia, "Employment Outcomes in Higher Education" (2024). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/gc_etds/5636