The First-Destination Survey asks graduating undergraduate students about their plans after graduation. This information provides data on the outcomes of an OU education. Our survey is based on the guidelines set forth by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
Each year, the Career Center collects post-graduation data on whether students have secured jobs, are seeking employment, are continuing education, or are not seeking.
This data was collected utilizing several survey methods including, but not limited to, the Graduate OU Post-Graduation Plans Survey, in-class surveys, email campaigns, department exit interviews/surveys and digital research.
Data collection starts at the beginning of each academic year and concludes six months following May graduation.
KNOWLEDGE RATE: It is defined as the percentage of graduating students with credible and verifiable information about their post-graduation career plans.
WORKING: The percentage of students who have accepted a full-time professional position, including both civilian and military roles, out of those seeking full-time jobs and military positions.
CONTINUING EDUCATION: It is the percentage of students who are furthering their education after graduation, out of those who sought to do so.
SUCCESS RATE: It refers to the percentage of students who are doing one of the following:
• Full or part-time employment
• Enrolled in a graduate program
• Participating in a program of voluntary service
• Serving the U.S Armed Forces
