2025 First Destination Survey Data

First Destination Survey Data for Graduating Class of 2025 

Data collection started in September 2024 and concluded in December 2025. Data are gathered from various sources included web-based surveys, research through LinkedIn, and external data sources such as the National Student Clearinghouse. Of the 4,951 undergraduate degree recipients from the Class of 2025, the CCD gathered data on 3,846 students or at a knowledge rate of 78%. 

First Destination Activity
Data on 3,846 degree recipients 

  • 61% full-time employment 
  • 25% graduate or professional school 
  • 7% military, volunteer service, or part-time employment 
  • 1% not seeking employment or continuing education 
  • 5% still seeking employment 

Internship Participation
Data on 918 degree recipients 

  • 87% reported at least 1 experiential learning experience before graduating (apprenticeship, co-op, externship, internship, paid learning experience, practicum, research) 
  • 72% reported at least 1 internship before graduating 

Average Starting Salary After Graduation
Data on 580 degree recipients 

BU Mean (n=580): $74,956 
The BU mean is an unweighted average, comparable to NACE’s unweighted national average