This indicator tracks the percentage of certificate, associate and bachelor's degree graduates working in Kentucky or pursuing additional education one year following graduation. Working status is determined by Kentucky wage records. Percentages for reporting year 2022 represent the percent of 2022 college graduates who were employed or seeking advanced degrees in 2023. Data needed to calculate these percentages are not available until the spring of 2024, which accounts for the lag time in reporting.
Source: Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS)
Median Annual Wages After Graduation in Kentucky
| Cert. Grads | Associate Grads | Bachelor's Grads | Master's Grads | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Years Out: | $23,547 | $37,485 | $38,421 | $54,219 |
| 5 Years Out: | $25,883 | $40,106 | $43,110 | $56,649 |
| 10 Years Out: | $30,784 | $46,666 | $52,479 | $61,801 |
Source: 2023 KY Postsecondary Feedback Report, Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS)