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2016 – 2017 Alumni Survey Summary Report Fall 2016 - Spring & Summer 2017 Graduates
Prepared by Career and Internship Services – Updated 7/15/18
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Table of Contents Aggregate Statistics, All Three Colleges ................................................... 3 CCAPS Statistics ....................................................................................... 5
Construction Management .............................................................. 7 Heath Services Management ........................................................... 9 Information Technology Infrastructure .......................................... 11 Inter-College Program ................................................................... 13 Manufacturing Operations Management ...................................... 16 Multidisciplinary Studies ............................................................... 18
CDes Statistics ....................................................................................... 20
Apparel Design .............................................................................. 22 Architecture BS ............................................................................. 24 Bachelor of Design in Architecture ................................................ 26 Graphic Design .............................................................................. 28 Interior Design............................................................................... 30 Landscape Design & Planning ........................................................ 32 Product Design(No graduate data) ................................................ 34 Retail Merchandising ..................................................................... 35
CFANS Statistics ..................................................................................... 37
Agricultural & Food Business Management ................................... 39 Agricultural Education ................................................................... 41 Agricultural Communications & Marketing .................................... 43 Animal Science .............................................................................. 45 Applied Economics ........................................................................ 48 Environmental Sciences, Policy & Management ............................ 51 Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Biology ..................................... 53 Food Science ................................................................................. 55 Food Systems ................................................................................ 57 Forest & Natural Resource Management ....................................... 59 Nutrition ....................................................................................... 61 Plant Science ................................................................................. 64 Sustainable Systems Management ................................................ 66
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Aggregate Statistics from CCAPS, CDes & CFANS
828 out of 972 graduates responded to the survey (85.19%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 646 78.02%
Additional Education 91 10.99%
Internship 9 1.09%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 3 0.36% Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 14 1.69%
Seeking Employment 65 7.85%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 293 63.98% Yes, Additional 59 12.88%
Yes, Alternative 106 23.14%
Not Applicable 182
No Response to Question 188
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 343 53.51% Somewhat Related 188 29.33%
Neither Related or Unrelated 4 0.62%
Somewhat Unrelated 45 7.02%
Very Unrelated 56 8.74%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 5 0.78% Not Applicable 182
No Response to Question 5
Relatedness to Career Goals
Very Related 219 48.13% Somewhat Related 151 33.19%
Neither Related or Unrelated 3 0.66%
Somewhat Unrelated 35 7.69%
Very Unrelated 31 6.81%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 16 3.52%
Not Applicable 182
No Response to Question 191
Importance of Career Goals Related to Major Very Important 236 44.61%
Important 179 33.84% Neither Important or Unimportant 34 6.43%
Unimportant 53 10.02%
Very Unimportant 17 3.21% Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 10 1.89%
No Response to Question 299
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Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 217 47.59%
Somewhat Satisfied 157 34.43%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 8 1.75%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 49 10.75%
Very Dissatisfied 12 2.63%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 13 2.85%
Not Applicable 182
No Response to Question 190
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 130 15.72%
No 697 84.28% No Response to Question 1
Income (high outlier removed: $300,000)
Mean $41,827 Median $40,000
Range $6,000 - $150,000
Not Applicable 182
Response to Question 381
No Response to Question 265
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience Yes 660 79.90%
No 166 20.10%
No Response to Question 2
Job Search Method
Career/Job Fairs and Recruiting Events 32 6.80%
Job From Internship 70 14.87% Job Postings 149 31.63%
Previous Employment 26 5.52%
Referrals 160 33.97%
Self-Employed 6 1.27%
Other 28 5.94% Not Applicable 182
No Response to Question 175
When Did Job Search Begin
6 or More Months Before Graduation 113 21.52%
3-5 Months Before Graduation 110 20.95%
1-2 Months Before Graduation 64 12.19%
At or Near Graduation 47 8.95%
After Graduation 78 14.86%
Kept the Same Occupation 99 18.86%
Not Yet Started Job Seeking 14 2.67%
Not Applicable 182 No Response to Question 121
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CCAPS Statistics 189 out of 215 graduates responded to the survey (87.91%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 161 85.19%
Additional Education 12 6.35%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 2 1.06% Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 2 1.06%
Seeking Employment 12 6.35%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 79 71.17% Yes, Additional 8 7.21%
Yes, Alternative 24 21.62%
Not Applicable 28
No Response to Question 50
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 79 49.69% Somewhat Related 58 36.48%
Neither Related or Unrelated 1 0.63%
Somewhat Unrelated 10 6.29%
Very Unrelated 9 5.65%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 2 1.26% Not Applicable 28
No Response to Question 2
Relatedness to Career Goals
Very Related 52 47.27% Somewhat Related 35 31.82%
Neither Related or Unrelated 2 1.82%
Somewhat Unrelated 12 10.91%
Very Unrelated 6 5.45%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 3 2.73%
Not Applicable 28
No Response to Question 51
Importance of Career Goals Related to Major Very Important 49 40.16%
Important 47 38.52% Neither Important or Unimportant 10 8.20%
Unimportant 12 9.84%
Very Unimportant 2 1.64% Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 2 1.64%
No Response to Question 67
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Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 59 53.16%
Somewhat Satisfied 38 34.23%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 9 8.11%
Very Dissatisfied 2 1.80%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 3 2.70%
Not Applicable 28
No Response to Question 50
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 20 10.64%
No 168 89.36% No Response to Question 1
Income (low and high outliers removed: $6,000 and $300,000)
Mean $48,742 Median $46,000
Range $10,000 - $120,000
Not Applicable 28
Response to Question 91
No Response to Question 70
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience Yes 120 89.36%
No 68 10.64%
No Response to Question 1
Job Search Method
Career/Job Fairs and Recruiting Events 9 7.97%
Job From Internship 14 12.39% Job Postings 27 23.89%
Previous Employment 9 7.96%
Referrals 50 44.25%
Self-Employed 2 1.77%
Other 2 1.77% Not Applicable 28
No Response to Question 48
When Did Job Search Begin
6 or More Months Before Graduation 28 22.59%
3-5 Months Before Graduation 21 16.94%
1-2 Months Before Graduation 11 8.87%
At or Near Graduation 11 8.87%
After Graduation 12 9.67%
Kept the Same Occupation 39 31.45%
Not Yet Started Job Seeking 2 1.61%
Not Applicable 28 No Response to Question 37
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Construction Management 31 out of 33 graduates responded to the survey (93.94%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 28 90.32%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 1 3.33%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 2 6.45%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 17 80.96%
Yes, Additional 2 9.52%
Yes, Alternative 2 9.52%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 7
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 25 89.29%
Somewhat Related 3 10.71%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 16 76.19%
Somewhat Satisfied 4 19.04%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 4.76%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 7
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 0 0.00%
No 31 100.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $60,000
Median $56,972
Range $37,000 - $86,000
Not Applicable 3
Response to Question 18
No Response to Question 10
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 28 90.32%
No 3 9.68%
No Response to Question 0
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Job Title Employer Location
Tech 3M St. Paul, MN
Assistant Project Manager Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. Jordan, MN
Assistant Superintendent Barton Malow Nashville, TN
Project Manager Building Restoration Corporation Roseville, MN
Project Coordinator Center for Energy and Environment Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Project Manager Corval Group St. Paul, MN
Project Engineer Doran Construction Bloomington, MN
Assistant Project Manager Egan Company Minneapolis, MN
Estimator Hunt Electric Company Bloomington, MN
Assistant Project Manager Hunzinger Construction Brookfield, WI
Estimator JE Dunn Construction Minneapolis, MN
Project Coordinator Kendell Doors & Hardware Mendota Heights, MN
Project Engineer Knutson Construction St. Louis Park, MN
Project Engineer Knutson Construction St. Louis Park, MN
Project Engineer Knutson Construction Minneapolis, MN
Project Engineer LS Black Constructors St. Paul, MN
Project Engineer McGough Construction Roseville, MN
Project Engineer McGough Construction Roseville, MN
Project Engineer Mortenson Construction Minneapolis, MN
Associate Project Manager Opus Design Build Minnetonka, MN
Associate Project Manager Opus Design Build Minnetonka, MN
Associate Project Manager Opus Group Minneapolis, MN
Project Engineer Reuters Walton Companies Minneapolis, MN
Project Engineer Ryan Companies Circle Pines, MN
Project Manager S2 Enterprises Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Construction Manager Twin Cities Plumbing Heating and Construction Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Project Manager Wenck Golden Valley, MN
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Health Services Management
12 out of 12 graduates responded to the survey (100.00%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 9 75.00%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 3 25.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 2 40.00%
Yes, Additional 1 20.00%
Yes, Alternative 2 40.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 4
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 4 50.00%
Somewhat Related 3 37.50%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 1 12.50%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 1
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 1 16.67%
Somewhat Satisfied 3 50.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 2 33.33%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 3
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 0 0.00%
No 12 100.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $41,200
Median $40,000
Range $35,000 - $55,000
Not Applicable 3
Response to Question 5
No Response to Question 4
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 12 100.00%
No 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
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Job Title Employer Location
Durable Medical Equipment Service Coordinator
Fairview Health Services Minneapolis, MN
Patient Access Specialist Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare St. Paul, MN
Patient Access Specialist Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare St. Paul, MN
Project Coordinator HealthPartners Bloomington, MN
Customers Experience Specialist Salo Minneapolis, MN
Advisor Tads Minneapolis, MN
Clinic Coordinator University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
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Information Technology Infrastructure 23 out of 26 graduates responded to the survey (88.46%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 20 86.96%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 3 13.04%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 11 84.62%
Yes, Additional 0 0.00%
Yes, Alternative 2 15.38%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 7
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 13 65.00%
Somewhat Related 7 35.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 9 69.23%
Somewhat Satisfied 4 30.77%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 7
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 1 4.55%
No 22 95.45%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $62,150
Median $65,000
Range $40,000 - $75,000
Not Applicable 3
Response to Question 10
No Response to Question 7
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 14 60.87%
No 9 39.13%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota ITI-Security
Job Title Employer Location
3rd Party Supplier Security Analyst 3M Minneapolis, MN
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician Air National Guard St. Paul, MN
IT Associate Aramark Minneapolis, MN
Quality Analyst Boom Lab Minneapolis, MN
Network Engineer Cigna Eden Prairie, MN
Technical Support Engineer Code42 Software Inc. Minneapolis, MN
BlockChain Technical Lead IBM New York City, NY
Data Processor Mandli Fitchburg, WI
ITS Worker MN Department of Transportation Roseville, MN
Applications Developer Optum Minneapolis, MN
Technology Development Program Associate Optum Eden Prairie, MN
Business Systems Analyst Optum Eden Prairie, MN
Engineer OSI, Inc. Medina, MN
IT Project Consultant Prime Therapeutics Shakopee, MN
Software Engineer SPS Commerce Minneapolis, MN
Software Engineer Target Minneapolis, MN
Software Engineer Thomson Reuters Eagan, MN
End User Support University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Associate Database Analyst Wells Fargo Lakeville, MN
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Inter-College Program
90 out of 107 graduates responded to the survey (84.11%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 75 83.34%
Additional Education 9 10.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 1 1.11%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 2 2.22%
Seeking Employment 3 3.33%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 34 70.83%
Yes, Additional 5 10.42%
Yes, Alternative 9 18.75%
Not Applicable 15
No Response to Question 27
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 28 37.84%
Somewhat Related 31 41.89%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 9 12.16%
Very Unrelated 5 6.76%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 1.35%
Not Applicable 15
No Response to Question 1
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 22 45.84%
Somewhat Satisfied 18 37.50%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 6 12.50%
Very Dissatisfied 1 2.08%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 2.08%
Not Applicable 15
No Response to Question 27
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 16 17.98%
No 73 82.02%
No Response to Question 0
Income (high outlier removed: $96,000)
Mean $36,187
Median $35,720
Range $10,000 - $60,000
Not Applicable 15
Response to Question 39
No Response to Question 36
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 60 67.42%
No 29 32.58%
No Response to Question 1
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Bethel University MBA
Concordia St Paul Human Resources
Loyola University-Chicago Nursing
Marian University Indianapolis Education
Normandale College Organic Chemistry
St. Catherine's University Nursing
St. Mary's MBA
Texas Tech University Physician Assistant
University of Colorado Global Epidemiology
University of Minnesota Environmental Infectious Disease
University of Minnesota Epidemiology
University of Minnesota Pharmacy
University of Minnesota Special Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Public Health
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater Additional undergraduate courses
Job Title Employer Location
Administrative Assistant 50th & France Chiropractic & Wellness Minneapolis, MN
Postmarket Surveillance Analyst Abbott Minneapolis, MN
Store Manager Abercrombie & Fitch Minneapolis, MN
Therapy Recruiter Advanced Medical Denver, CO
Project Assistant Alia Innovations St. Paul, MN
Sales Administrator Allied Solutions St. Paul, MN
Clinic Access Specialist Allina Health Richfield, MN
Patient Access Liaison Allina Health Minneapolis, MN
Coach Amazing Athletes Eden Prairie, MN
Driver Bite Squad Minneapolis, MN
Campaign Manager Candidate for MN House Minneapolis, MN
EMT- ED Tech Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of MN Minneapolis, MN
Project Specialist CM Architects Minneapolis, MN
Restaurant Server Coalition Restaurant Excelsior, MN
Marketing Manager College-Concierge Agoura Hills, CA
Education & Outreach Corpsmember
Conservation Corps MN St. Paul, MN
Pharmacy Technician CVS Pharmacy St. Paul, MN
Research Assistant Denver Health Denver, CO
Associate Information Security Engineer
Digikey Electronic Bloomington, MN
Client Services Supervisor Dogaholics Chicago, IL
Legal Project Management Manager
Dorsey & Whitney Minneapolis, MN
Marketing Design Assistant Dutt & Brown Design Minneapolis, MN
Inventory Specialist Fairview Health Services Minneapolis, MN
Worker-owner Feed the People Farm Northfield, MN
Global Procurement Technician Frito-Lay Rhinelander, WI
Professional Trainer Grier's Efficiency Minneapolis, MN
Clinic Care Coordinator HealthEast Roseville, MN
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Health and Wellness Intern HealthPartners Bloomington, MN
Health Care Assistant Hennepin County Medical Center Minneapolis, MN
Front Desk Staff Home2 Suites by Hilton Roseville, MN
Marketing Agent/Analyst ICN Group New York City, NY
Accounting/Financial Analyst Imerys Performance Additives Three Forks, MT
Territory Care Coordinator In House Senior Services Richfield, MN
Language Teacher Innocence Plus Tokyo, Japan
Business Manager Inspire Medical Systems Maple Grove, MN
Coordinator Kroenke Sports and Entertainment Denver, CO
Certified Nursing Assistant Lake Region Healthcare Fergus Falls, MN
Cashier Linden Hills Co-Op Minneapolis, MN
Daily Living Skills Trainer Milwaukee Center for Independence Milwaukee, WI
Food Service Worker Minnesota Veterans Home Minneapolis, MN
Patient Coordinator MN Gastroenterology St. Paul, MN
Reading Tutor MN Reading Corps Minneapolis, MN
IT Support Online University Honolulu, HI
Business Relations Manager Opportunity Network Barcelona, Spain
Health Info Management Specialist Park Avenue Center Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Merchandiser Patina Minneapolis, MN
Petcare Associate Petsmart Minneapolis, MN
Sales and Marketing Assistant Pobjoy Mint Rosemount, MN
Project Lead Polaris Wyoming, MN
Mental Health Counselor Radias Health St. Paul, MN
Social Worker S. Dakota State South Dakota, SD
Musician Self-Employed Minneapolis, MN
Business Development Coordinator Smart Sign Systems Ashland, MA
Realtor Sotheby's Realty Wayzata, MN
Operation Lead Spin Seattle, WA
Love Radiator Spring Forest Qigong Healing Center Eden Prairie, MN
Consultant St. Paul and Ramsey County Domestic Abuse Intervention Project
Minneapolis, MN
Counselor and Client Services Supportive Living Solutions Minneapolis, MN
Server Surly Brewery Minneapolis, MN
Patient Service Representative Tactile Medical Minneapolis, MN
Network Manager The Araz Group Bloomington, MN
Health and Wellness Coach The Nomadic Health Coach Mt. Hood, OR
Social Studies Teacher Thomas Carr Howe Community High School Indianapolis, IN
Data Engineer Total Expert Eden Prairie, MN
User Interface Design Intern Tribe Pilot Bend, OR
Account Executive Trident insurance Woodland Hills, CA
Graphic Designer University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Mentor/Tutor University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Lab Tech University of Minnesota Saint Paul, MN
HR Assistant US Department of Agriculture Minneapolis, MN
Referee USA Hockey & Minneapolis Hockey Officials Association
Lakeville, MN
Fitness Graduate Assistant Utah State University Logan, UT
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI
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Manufacturing Operations Management
2 out of 3 graduates responded to the survey (66.67%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 2 100.00%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No NA
Yes, Additional NA
Yes, Alternative NA
Not Applicable NA
No Response to Question 2
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 2 100.00%
Somewhat Related 0 0.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 0
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied NA
Somewhat Satisfied NA
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied NA
Somewhat Dissatisfied NA
Very Dissatisfied NA
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion NA
Not Applicable NA
No Response to Question 2
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 0 0.00%
No 2 100.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean NA
Median NA
Range NA
Not Applicable NA
Response to Question 0
No Response to Question 2
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 0 0.00%
No 2 100.00%
No Response to Question 0
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Job Title Employer Location
Manufacturing Operations Timberstone Custom Remodeling Lakeville, MN
Materials Engineer ZF Group Winona, MN
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Multidisciplinary Studies
31 out of 34 graduates responded to the survey (91.18%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 27 87.11%
Additional Education 3 9.67%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 1 3.22%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 15 65.22%
Yes, Additional 8 34.78%
Yes, Alternative 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 4
No Response to Question 4
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 7 25.94%
Somewhat Related 14 51.85%
Neither Related or Unrelated 1 3.70%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 3.70%
Very Unrelated 3 11.11%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 3.70%
Not Applicable 4
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 11 47.83%
Somewhat Satisfied 9 39.12%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 4.35%
Very Dissatisfied 1 4.35%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 4.35%
Not Applicable 4
No Response to Question 4
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 3 9.68%
No 28 90.32%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low and high outliers removed: $6,000 and $300,000)
Mean $59,643
Median $55,000
Range $38,000 - $120,000
Not Applicable 4
Response to Question 19
No Response to Question 8
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 6 19.35%
No 25 80.65%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Hillsong College - Sydney, Australia Pastoral Leadership
St. Kate's Visual Arts Education
University of Minnesota Security Technologies
Job Title Employer Location
Benefit Coordinator Aetna Minneapolis, MN
Human Resources Assistant Amazon Eagan, MN
Commodity Trader Commodity Specialists Company Overland Park, KS
Business Development and Project Manager
ECTS Saudia Plano, TX
Administrative Support, Writing, Editing
Freelance Duluth, MN
Director of Educational Funding Herzing University Crystal, MN
Business Analyst Jostens, Inc. Eagan, MN
Interior Designer KLF Designs New York City, NY
Messenger Larkin Hoffman Bloomington, MN
Cardiovascular Tech Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN
Owner MN. Safety Services, LLC Excelsior, MN
Production Supervisor Olympus Surgical Technology Brooklyn Park, MN
Paralegal Redgrave LLP Minneapolis, MN
Sr QA Consultant Solution Design Group Eagan, MN
Category Manager SuperValu Hopkins, MN
Project Coordinator Synergy Builders Minneapolis, MN
Lead Engineer Target Brooklyn Park, MN
HR Generalist 2 UMN-TC Minneapolis, MN
Library Assistant III University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Senior Education Consultant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Business Systems Analyst University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Talent Management Associate University of Minnesota Minneapolis , MN
Communications Manager University of Minnesota Law School Minneapolis, MN
Executive Management Minneapolis, MN
Sr Process Control Engineer Bryn Mawr, PA
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CDes Statistics 210 out of 237 graduates responded to the survey (88.61%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 161 76.67%
Additional Education 20 9.52%
Internship 3 1.43%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00% Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 2 0.95%
Seeking Employment 24 11.43%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 63 60.58% Yes, Additional 16 15.38%
Yes, Alternative 25 24.04%
Not Applicable 49
No Response to Question 57
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 111 69.38% Somewhat Related 29 18.12%
Neither Related or Unrelated 2 1.25%
Somewhat Unrelated 10 6.25%
Very Unrelated 8 5.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00% Not Applicable 49
No Response to Question 1
Relatedness to Career Goals
Very Related 50 48.08% Somewhat Related 39 37.50%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 9 8.65%
Very Unrelated 5 4.81%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 0.96%
Not Applicable 49
No Response to Question 57
Importance of Career Goals Related to Major Very Important 64 52.46%
Important 36 29.51% Neither Important or Unimportant 4 3.28%
Unimportant 13 10.65%
Very Unimportant 4 3.28% Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 0.82%
No Response to Question 88
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Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 50 48.08%
Somewhat Satisfied 36 34.62%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 15 14.42%
Very Dissatisfied 2 1.92%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 0.96%
Not Applicable 49
No Response to Question 57
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 181 86.19%
No 29 13.81% No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $39,347 Median $40,000
Range $10,000 - $70,000
Not Applicable 49
Response to Question 89
No Response to Question 72
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience Yes 171 81.82%
No 38 18.18%
No Response to Question 1
Job Search Method
Career/Job Fairs and Recruiting Events 5 4.59%
Job From Internship 23 21.10% Job Postings 33 30.28%
Previous Employment 4 3.67%
Referrals 38 34.86%
Self-Employed 0 0.00%
Other 6 5.50% Not Applicable 49
No Response to Question 52
When Did Job Search Begin
6 or More Months Before Graduation 28 23.14%
3-5 Months Before Graduation 20 16.53%
1-2 Months Before Graduation 16 13.22%
At or Near Graduation 17 14.05%
After Graduation 17 14.05%
Kept the Same Occupation 23 19.01%
Not Yet Started Job Seeking 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 49 No Response to Question 40
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Apparel Design
14 out of 15 graduates responded to the survey (93.33%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 12 85.72%
Additional Education 1 7.14%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 1 7.14%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 4 50.00%
Yes, Additional 1 12.50%
Yes, Alternative 3 37.50%
Not Applicable 2
No Response to Question 4
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 2 28.57%
Somewhat Related 2 28.57%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 2 28.57%
Very Unrelated 1 14.29%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 2
No Response to Question 5
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 3 37.50%
Somewhat Satisfied 2 25.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 3 37.50%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 2
No Response to Question 4
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 1 7.14%
No 13 92.86%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $29,010
Median $27,980
Range $20,000 - $41,000
Not Applicable 2
Response to Question 6
No Response to Question 6
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 11 78.57%
No 3 21.43%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Art
Job Title Employer Location
Alterations Manager David's Bridal Burnsville, MN
Cashier Goodwill Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer Heritage Embroidery and Design Stillwater, MN
Creative Assistance House of Gina Marie Minneapolis, MN
Personal Assistant to Photographer House of Gina Marie Minneapolis, MN
Technical Designer Lilla Du St. Paul, MN
Seamstress The Buckle Minneapolis, MN
Design Assistant and Office Manager Ulla Johnson New York City, NY
Radiation Waste Technician University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Costume Technician VStar Entertainment Minneapolis, MN
Tailor Winsome Goods Minneapolis, MN
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Architecture B.S. 35 out of 37 graduates responded to the survey (94.59%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 22 62.86%
Additional Education 7 20.00%
Internship 1 2.86%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 5 14.28%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 6 50.00%
Yes, Additional 4 33.33%
Yes, Alternative 2 16.67%
Not Applicable 13
No Response to Question 10
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 16 72.73%
Somewhat Related 5 22.73%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 4.54%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 13
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 6 46.16%
Somewhat Satisfied 5 38.46%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 2 15.38%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 13
No Response to Question 9
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 10 29.41%
No 24 70.59%
No Response to Question 1
Income
Mean $36,856
Median $38,490
Range $21,424 - $56,760
Not Applicable 13
Response to Question 10
No Response to Question 12
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 24 70.59%
No 10 29.41%
No Response to Question 1
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Columbia University Architecture
Columbia University Historic Preservation
Cornell University City and Regional Planning
University of Minnesota Architecture
University of Minnesota Architecture
University of Minnesota Architecture
University of Pennsylvania Historic Preservation
University of Pennsylvania Architecture
University of Pennsylvania Architecture
University of Washington Architecture
Yale University Architecture
Job Title Employer Location
Marketing Coordinator Andre Tchelistcheff Architects Brooklyn, NY
Research Assistant Center for Sustainable Building Research Minneapolis, MN
Architecture Intern Chongqing Aoyi Interior Design Chongqing, China
Designer Cunningham Group Architecture Minneapolis, MN
Design Intern Fair & Square Remodeling Plymouth, MN
Model Shop intern HGA Minneapolis, MN
Project Engineer Innovative Construction Solutions Brookfield, WI
Intern Junya Ishigami & Associates Tokyo, Japan
Architecture Intern Neri & Hu Shanghai, China
Team Member PLACE Minneapolis, MN
Intern Architect Potter lawson Madison, WI
Captain Profile Event Center Minneapolis, MN
Technician RSP Architects Minneapolis, MN
Freelance Graphic Designer Self-Employed Minneapolis, MN
Free Lacer Sheri Anderson Minneapolis, MN
Architecture Intern Sperides Reiners Architecture Inc. Bloomington, MN
Intern Designer The Opus Group Minneapolis, MN
Virtual Designer & Construction Coordinator Tim O'Brien Homes Madison, WI
Intern William Hezmalhalch Architects Santa Ana, CA
Architectural Intern Wold Architects and Engineers St. Paul, MN
Architecture Intern Wold Architects and Engineers St. Paul, MN
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Bachelor of Design in Architecture (B.D.A.) 27 out of 39 graduates responded to the survey (69.23%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 18 66.67%
Additional Education 5 18.52%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 3.70%
Seeking Employment 3 11.11%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 9 69.24%
Yes, Additional 2 15.38%
Yes, Alternative 2 15.38%
Not Applicable 9
No Response to Question 5
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 12 66.67%
Somewhat Related 3 16.67%
Neither Related or Unrelated 1 5.55%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 2 11.11%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 9
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 8 61.54%
Somewhat Satisfied 4 30.77%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 7.69%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 9
No Response to Question 5
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 5 18.52%
No 22 81.48%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low outlier removed: $15,000)
Mean $47,494
Median $47,500
Range $34,000 - $70,000
Not Applicable 9
Response to Question 11
No Response to Question 7
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 13 48.15%
No 14 51.85%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
University of Minnesota Architecture
University of Minnesota Architecture
University of Texas - Austin MBA
University of Washington Architecture
Job Title Employer Location
Associate/Intern a&h Architecture Minneapolis, MN
Architectural Designer/Drafter Architectural Building Systems Rochester, MN
Zoning Inspector Department of Safety and Inspection St. Paul, MN
2nd Lieutenant DoD United States Marine Corps Washington D.C.
Architectural Intern Hagen, Christensen, & Mcilwain Architects Minneapolis, MN
Intern HGA Architects and Engineers Minneapolis, MN
Architectural Intern HMA Architects St. Cloud, MN
Integrated Construction Coordinator Markson Construction Minneapolis, MN
Designer Level 1 Mohagen Hansen Architecture and Interiors Wayzata, MN
Designer Momentum Design Group St. Paul, MN
Architectural Designer Oevering Homes New Richmond, WI
Architectural Intern RSP Architects Minneapolis, MN
Architect Tanek Minneapolis, MN
Bar Back The Machine Shop Minneapolis, MN
Architectural VAA Plymouth, MN
Architectural Intern Wold Architects and Engineers St. Paul, MN
Banquet Captain Woodhill Country Club Wayzata, MN
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Graphic Design 48 out of 52 graduates responded to the survey (92.31%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 37 77.08%
Additional Education 2 4.17%
Internship 2 4.17%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 2.08%
Seeking Employment 6 12.50%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 18 64.29%
Yes, Additional 7 25.00%
Yes, Alternative 3 10.71%
Not Applicable 11
No Response to Question 9
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 22 46.81%
Somewhat Related 9 19.15%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 3 6.38%
Very Unrelated 2 4.26%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 11
No Response to Question 1
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 12 44.45%
Somewhat Satisfied 10 37.04%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 4 14.81%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 3.70%
Not Applicable 11
No Response to Question 10
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 2 4.17%
No 46 95.83%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $38,207
Median $40,000
Range $20,904 - $55,000
Not Applicable 11
Response to Question 24
No Response to Question 13
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 43 89.59%
No 5 10.41%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Bridgeport Design Management
University of Minnesota Elementary Teaching
Job Title Employer Location
Graphic Designer 3M Maplewood, MN
Graphic Designer 3M Maplewood, MN
Production Designer Abbott Roseville, MN
Senior Sales Associate Anthropologie Wayzata, MN
Inventory Specialist Assistant APH St. Cloud, MN
Lead Graphic Designer Bite Squad Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Design intern Chase Design Group South Pasadena, CA
Web Content Specialist & Production Artist Colder Products Company Minneapolis, MN
Junior Graphic Designer Colectivo Coffee Roasters Milwaukee, WI
Entry Graphic Designer Design Image Group, Inc. Burr Ridge, IL
Graphic Designer DLR Group Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Visual Manager Free People Bloomington, MN
Associate Graphic Designer Healthcare Business Insights Milwaukee, WI
Junior Graphic Designer Hunt Adkins Minneapolis, MN
Production Designer Illume Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer Incentive Services Edina, MN
Retail/Visual Merchandiser Indeed Brewing Company Minneapolis, MN
Junior Designer Kidizen Minneapolis, MN
Visual Designer Livefront Minneapolis, MN
Executive Aide Love Your Melon Minneapolis, MN
Sales Ambassador LUSH Cosmetics Bloomington, MN
Digital production artist intern Martin Williams Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Design Intern Minnesota Twins Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer Minuteman Press Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer Multiple Minneapolis, MN
Visual Designer Musicnotes Madison, WI
Server Presbyterian Homes & Services St. Paul, MN
Creative Intern Riley Hayes Advertising Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer Semcasting, Inc.
Director of Development and Communications Story Time Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Design Superhuman Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer The Spark Group New York City, NY
UX Designer, Community Manager Thomson Reuters Eagan, MN
Interim Art Director Tiger Oak Media Minneapolis, MN
Graphic Designer/Traffic Coordinator University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
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Interior Design 21 out of 23 graduates responded to the survey (91.30%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 20 95.24%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 1 4.76%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 7 77.78%
Yes, Additional 0 0.00%
Yes, Alternative 2 22.22%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 11
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 17 85.00%
Somewhat Related 1 5.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 5.00%
Very Unrelated 1 5.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 6 60.00%
Somewhat Satisfied 4 40.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 10
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 0 0.00%
No 21 100.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $41,213
Median $42,000
Range $33,000 - $46,000
Not Applicable 1
Response to Question 9
No Response to Question 11
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 18 85.71%
No 3 14.29%
No Response to Question 0
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Job Title Employer Location
Interior Designer Alliance Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer BKV Group Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer BKV Group Washington D.C.
Interior Designer BKV Group Minneapolis, MN
Interior Design Assistant Bria Hammel Interiors Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer Collaborative Design Group Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer Cuningham Group Architecture Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer Cuningham Group Architecture Minneapolis, MN
Design Assistant Daybreak Interior Design Minneapolis, MN
Design Assistant Divine Custom Homes Hudson, WI
Interior Designer Flad Architects Madison, WI
Interior Designer H. Krueger & Associates Middleton, WI
Interior Designer Kodet Architectural Group Minneapolis, MN
Retail Supervisor Margaritaville Bloomington, MN
Interior Designer Miller Dunwiddie Architecture Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer RSP Architects Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer Ryan Companies Minneapolis, MN
Interior Designer Studio M Architects Minneapolis, MN
Store Planner Target Minneapolis, MN
Guest Service/Cashier Target Vadnais Heights, MN
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Landscape Design & Planning (B.E.D.)
11 out of 12 graduates responded to the survey (91.67%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 6 54.55%
Additional Education 4 36.36%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 1 9.09%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 2 50.00%
Yes, Additional 0 0.00%
Yes, Alternative 2 50.00%
Not Applicable 5
No Response to Question 2
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 6 100.00%
Somewhat Related 0 0.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 5
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 2 50.00%
Somewhat Satisfied 2 50.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 5
No Response to Question 2
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 6 54.55%
No 5 45.45%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low outlier removed: $10,000)
Mean $45,667
Median $45,000
Range $42,000 - $50,000
Not Applicable 5
Response to Question 4
No Response to Question 2
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 10 90.91%
No 1 9.09%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
University of Minnesota Landscape Architecture
Job Title Employer Location
Landscape Architect Kapur & Associates, Inc. Glendale, WI
Engineer Assistant St. Paul Public Works St. Paul, MN
Community Development Intern The City of Hugo Hugo, MN
Research Assistant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Landscape Designer Urban Rooftops Chicago, IL
Landscape Designer Wolff Landscape Design Minneapolis, MN
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Product Design
No Graduates in the 2017 Class.
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Retail Merchandising 53 out of 58 graduates responded to the survey (91.38%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 45 84.91%
Additional Education 1 1.89%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 7 13.20%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 16 57.15%
Yes, Additional 2 7.14%
Yes, Alternative 10 35.71%
Not Applicable 8
No Response to Question 17
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 30 56.60%
Somewhat Related 9 16.98%
Neither Related or Unrelated 1 1.89%
Somewhat Unrelated 3 5.66%
Very Unrelated 2 3.77%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 8
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 12 42.86%
Somewhat Satisfied 9 32.14%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 5 17.86%
Very Dissatisfied 2 7.14%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 8
No Response to Question 17
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 3 5.66%
No 50 94.34%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $40,811
Median $39,240
Range $22,000 - $70,000
Not Applicable 8
Response to Question 24
No Response to Question 21
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 50 96.15%
No 2 3.85%
No Response to Question 1
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School where Currently Enrolled Program MCAT Continuing Education
University of Minnesota Human Resource Development
Online Real Estate Licensure
Job Title Employer Location
Manager in Training Abercrombie & Fitch Minneapolis, MN
Associate District Manager ADP Minneapolis, MN
Manager in Training American Eagle Minneapolis, MN
Product Coordinator Bellacor Minneapolis, MN
Associate Merchant, Skincare & Body Birchbox New York City, NY Assistant Merchant Analyst BonTon Milwaukee, WI
Closing Account Executive Burner Title St. Paul, MN
Retail Coordinator Charleston Animal Society Charleston, CS
Assistant Buyer Christopher & Banks Minneapolis, MN
Sales Coordinator Georgia Convention & Trade Center Columbus, GA
Assistant Store Manager Dry Goods Roseville, MN Co-Manager Eddie Bauer Minneapolis, MN
Buying Team Coordinator Evereve Minneapolis, MN
Merchandise Coordinator Evine Live Eden Prairie, MN
Merchandise Coordinator Evine Live Eden Prairie, MN
Assistant Store Manager Fjällräven Bloomington, MN
Store Manager Fjällräven Bloomington, MN Visual Merchandising Intern Fresh Inc New York City, NY
Customer Operations Specialist General Mills Minneapolis, MN
Product Development Coordinator Kohl's Corporate New York City, NY
Product Development Coordinator Kohl's Corporate Milwaukee, WI
Jr. Designer Latitude Minneapolis, MN
Freelance Designer Lulu Design Minneapolis, MN Handbag Specialist Macy's Roseville, MN
Product Specialist Made for Retail Roseville, MN
Merchandising Admin Support Maurices Corp Duluth, MN
Accounts Specialist Merchology Minneapolis, MN Server Mintahoe Catering and Events Minneapolis, MN
Account Coordinator News America Marketing Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Manager Nordstrom Bloomington, MN
Sales Associate Nordstrom Bloomington, MN
Sales Associate Nordstrom Minnetonka, MN
Assistant Divisional Manager Nordstrom Minnetonka, MN
Merchandise Manager Olympic Hills Golf Club Eden Prairie, MN
Store Manager & Buyer Pacifier Minneapolis, MN
Store Manager Plato's Closet Maple Grove, MN
Accounting / Billing Associate Schadegg Mechanical St. Paul, MN
Specialty Shop Manager Scheels Eden Prairie, MN
Merchandiser Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Minneapolis, MN
Stylist Stitch Fix Minneapolis, MN
Retail Operations Coordinator Stuart Weitzman New York City, NY
Executive Team Leader Target Minneapolis, MN
Department Manager Urban outfitters Minneapolis, MN
Sales Associate Wild Ruffle Prior lake, MN
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CFANS Statistics 429 out of 520 graduates responded to the survey (82.50%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 324 75.53%
Additional Education 59 13.75%
Internship 6 1.40%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 1 0.23% Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 10 2.33%
Seeking Employment 29 6.76%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 151 62.14% Yes, Additional 35 14.40%
Yes, Alternative 57 23.46%
Not Applicable 105
No Response to Question 81
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 153 47.52% Somewhat Related 101 31.37%
Neither Related or Unrelated 2 0.62%
Somewhat Unrelated 25 7.76%
Very Unrelated 39 12.11%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 2 0.62% Not Applicable 105
No Response to Question 2
Relatedness to Career Goals
Very Related 117 48.55% Somewhat Related 77 31.95%
Neither Related or Unrelated 1 0.41%
Somewhat Unrelated 14 5.81%
Very Unrelated 20 8.30%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 12 4.98%
Not Applicable 105
No Response to Question 83
Importance of Career Goals Related to Major Very Important 123 43.16%
Important 96 33.68% Neither Important or Unimportant 20 7.02%
Unimportant 28 9.82%
Very Unimportant 11 3.86% Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 7 2.46%
No Response to Question 144
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Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 108 44.82%
Somewhat Satisfied 83 34.45%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 8 3.32%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 25 10.37%
Very Dissatisfied 8 3.31%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 9 3.73%
Not Applicable 105
No Response to Question 83
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 81 18.89%
No 348 81.11% No Response to Question 0
Income (high outliers removed: $150,000)
Mean $39752 Median $40,000
Range $8,000 - $120,000
Not Applicable 105
Response to Question 201
No Response to Question 123
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience Yes 369 86.01%
No 60 13.99%
No Response to Question 0
Job Search Method
Career/Job Fairs and Recruiting Events 18 7.23%
Job From Internship 33 13.25% Job Postings 89 35.74%
Previous Employment 13 5.22%
Referrals 72 28.92%
Self-Employed 4 1.61%
Other 20 8.03% Not Applicable 105
No Response to Question 75
When Did Job Search Begin
6 or More Months Before Graduation 57 20.44%
3-5 Months Before Graduation 69 24.73%
1-2 Months Before Graduation 37 13.26%
At or Near Graduation 19 6.81%
After Graduation 49 17.56%
Kept the Same Occupation 37 13.26%
Not Yet Started Job Seeking 11 3.94%
Not Applicable 105 No Response to Question 45
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Agricultural & Food Business Management
42 out of 49 graduates responded to the survey (85.71%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 36 85.72%
Additional Education 3 7.14%
Internship 1 2.38%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 2 4.76%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 22 81.49%
Yes, Additional 1 3.70%
Yes, Alternative 4 14.81%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 9
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 14 38.90%
Somewhat Related 16 44.44%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 3 8.33%
Very Unrelated 3 8.33%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 15 55.56%
Somewhat Satisfied 8 29.63%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 3.70%
Very Dissatisfied 1 3.70%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 2 7.41%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 9
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 3 7.14%
No 39 92.86%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low and high outliers removed: $14,400 and $150,000)
Mean $47,548
Median $48,500
Range $22,000 - $60,000
Not Applicable 6
Response to Question 23
No Response to Question 13
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 36 85.71%
No 6 14.29%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Land & Atmospheric Science
University of Minnesota Human Resource Development
Cornell University Applied Economics
Job Title Employer Location
Commodity Trader AgMotion Minneapolis, MN
Carrier Sales Rep C.H. Robinson Minneapolis, MN
Elevator Operator Cargill Savage, MN
Grain Origination Sales Associate Cargill Cheyenne Wells, CO
Production Supervisor Cargill Topeka, KS
Shift Supervisor Caribou Minnetonka, MN
Associate Real Estate Accountant CBRE Bloomington, MN
Sales and Purchasing Rep ChemSol Minnetonka, MN
Credit Underwriter Compeer Financial Freeport, IL
Financial Associate Compeer Financial Waite Park, MN
Agronomist Crystal Valley Jackson, MN
Pricing Analyst Eaton Minnetonka, MN
Direct Chemical Specialist Farmers Business Network Sioux Falls, SD
Residential Assistant Hope Farm School Stockholm, WI
Account Manager Impact Networking Milwaukee, WI
Merchandise Analyst Kohl's Milwaukee, WI
District Sales Manager LG Seeds Mankato, MN
Millwork Assistant Manager Menards Minneapolis, MN
Hockey Player Minnesota Wild Minneapolis, MN
Financial Planner Northwestern Mutual St. Paul, MN
Sale & Marketing Coordinator Organix Solutions Maple Grove, MN
Junior Buyer Restaurant Technologies Mendota Heights, MN
Wrestling Coach Self-Employed Minneapolis, MN
Operations Analyst Solutran Minneapolis, MN
Founder Sotaberries Minneapolis, MN
Corporate Trainer Streamline USA Roseville, MN
Buyer SuperValu Hopkins, MN
Buyer SuperValu Hopkins, MN
Event Bartender The Aster Café Minneapolis, MN
Logistics and Operations Specialist TIMAB Minneapolis, MN
Securities Specialist US Bank St. Paul, MN
Due Diligence Consultant Wells Fargo Minneapolis, MN
Security Operations Service Specialist
Wells Fargo Minneapolis, MN
Agricultural Ambassador Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Madison, WI
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Agricultural Education 5 out of 6 graduates responded to the survey (83.33%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 3 60.00%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 2 40.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 0 0.00%
Yes, Additional 2 100.00%
Yes, Alternative 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 2
No Response to Question 1
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 3 100.00%
Somewhat Related 0 0.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 2
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Satisfied 1 50.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 50.00%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 2
No Response to Question 1
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 0 0.00%
No 5 100.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $45,000
Median $45,000
Range NA
Not Applicable 2
Response to Question 1
No Response to Question 2
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 5 100.00%
No 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
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Job Title Employer Location
Agriculture Teacher AFSA Vadnais Heights, MN
Agricultural Educator ISD 15 - St. Francis St. Francis, MN
District Field Manager Minnesota Corn Growers Association Shakopee, MN
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Agricultural Communications & Marketing 22 out of 23 graduates responded to the survey (%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 19 86.36%
Additional Education 1 4.55%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 2 9.09%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 6 42.86%
Yes, Additional 4 28.57%
Yes, Alternative 4 28.57%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 5
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 8 42.11%
Somewhat Related 8 42.11%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 5.26%
Very Unrelated 2 10.52%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 8 57.14%
Somewhat Satisfied 5 35.72%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 7.14%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 5
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 2 9.09%
No 20 90.91%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $42,693
Median $39,500
Range $30,000 - $65,000
Not Applicable 3
Response to Question 12
No Response to Question 7
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 20 90.91%
No 2 9.09%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Agricultural Education
University of Minnesota Agricultural Education
Job Title Employer Location
Bartender 8th Street Grill Minneapolis, MN
Client Service Coordinator Acosta Sales and Marketing Eden Prairie, MN
Manager Trainee ALDI Minneapolis, MN
General Manager Blarney Pub Minneapolis, MN
Work Site Management Assistant Cardinal Realty Company Minneapolis, MN
Marketing Communications Trainee DeLaval Bannockburn, IL
Sales Development Representative Farmers Business Network Sioux Falls, SD
Associate Client Relationship Team Leader
FLM+ Minneapolis, MN
Farm Hand Franke Farms Rochester, MN
Living Services Staff Intrepid USA Minneapolis, MN
Ag Program Specialist Minnesota Turkey Buffalo, MN
Communications Specialist MN Beef Maple Plain, MN
Assistant Project Manager Prairie Restorations Randolph, MN
Farmer/Salesman Self-Employed Frost, MN
Marketing Assistant Solutran Plymouth, MN
One-on-One Pilot Tutor St. Paul Public School District St. Paul, MN
Field Sales Agronomist United Farmers Coop Hamburg, MN
Appraiser Trainee Wabasha County Wabasha, MN
Plant Science Intern Walt Disney World Orlando, FL
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Animal Science 69 out of 83 graduates responded to the survey (83.13%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 48 69.57%
Additional Education 13 18.84%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 1 1.45%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 2 2.90%
Seeking Employment 5 7.24%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 29 76.32%
Yes, Additional 4 10.53%
Yes, Alternative 5 13.15%
Not Applicable 21
No Response to Question 10
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 26 55.32%
Somewhat Related 10 21.28%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 4 8.51%
Very Unrelated 6 12.77%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 2.12%
Not Applicable 21
No Response to Question 1
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 17 45.95%
Somewhat Satisfied 15 40.54%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 1 2.70%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 3 8.11%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 2.70%
Not Applicable 21
No Response to Question 11
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 18 26.09%
No 51 73.91%
No Response to Question 0
Income (high outlier removed: $120,000)
Mean $32,431
Median $33,000
Range $8,500 - $55,000
Not Applicable 21
Response to Question 29
No Response to Question 19
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 63 91.30%
No 6 8.70%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Auburn Veterinary Medicine
Highland Nursing
Penn Foster College Veterinary Technician
The Ohio State University Occupational Therapy
University of Minnesota Animal Science
University of Minnesota Animal Science
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Animal Science
University of Minnesota Nutrition
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota Pharmacy
University of Wisconsin - Madison Veterinary Medicine
Job Title Employer Location
District Sales Representative Accelerated Genetics Baraboo, WI
Regional Program Specialist Accelerated Genetics Baraboo, WI
Animal Care Technician Aerotek Minneapolis, MN
Veterinary Assistant Affliated Emergency Veterinary Service Eden Prairie, MN
SQF Practitioner/Training Coordinator Ameri-Pac St. Joseph, MO
Animal Technician Lead Animal Humane Society Golden Valley, MN
Veterinary Assistant Animal Humane Society Golden Valley, MN
Certified Professional Dog Trainer Animal Humane Society St. Paul, MN
Veterinary Assistant Camden Pet Hospital Minneapolis, MN
Sales Team Member Chuck & Don's Pet Food & Supplies Wayzata, MN
Supervisor Chuck and Dons Elk River, MN
Account Manager Coyote Logistics Denver, CO
Kennel Assistant/Technician Assistant Flying Cloud Animal Hospital Eden Prairie, MN
International Administrative Specialist
Genex Cooperative Inc. Shawano, WI
Lab Animal Care Technician Hormel Institute-University of Minnesota Austin, MN
Veterinary Assistant Kelley Animal Hospital Circle Pines, MN
Vet Assistant Kenwood Pet Clinic Minneapolis, MN
Farm Hand Technician Leatherdale Equine Center Minneapolis, MN
Marketing intern Lift Brands Chanhassen, MN
Vet Assistant Maplebrook Pet Care Center Maplewood, MN
Supervisor Michael Sime Roseville, MN
Sales Support Specialist Milk Specialties Global Eden Prairie, MN
Manager in training Millenkamp Cattle Declo, ID
Veterinary Assistant Mission Animal Hospital Eden Prairie, MN
Veterinary Assistant New Hope Animal Hospital New Hope, MN
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Genetic Support Specialist North Florida Holsteins Bell, FL
Transfer Coordinator Northeastern University Boston, MA
Elementary Paraprofessional Omaha Public Schools Omaha, NE
Registered Behavior Technician Pathfinder Progress Columbus, OH
Research Assistant Ralco Marshall, MN
Claims Processor RCIS Anoka, MN
Recruiter Self-Employed Minneapolis, MN
Manager Silverstreak Dairies LLC Warner, SD
Veterinary Assistant Southview Animal Hospital Inver Grove Heights, MN
Genetic and Reproduction Advisor STgenetics Buffalo, MN
Veterinary Assistant Suburban Animal Hospital Roseville, MN
Records Clerk Tab Lake Elmo, MN
Executive Team Leader Target Minneapolis, MN
Student Cleaner The Raptor Center St. Paul, MN
Laboratory Animal Attendant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Animal Care Assistant VCA Animal Care Hospital Richfield, MN
Vet Assistant VCA Animal Hospital Minneapolis, MN
Solutions Sales Specialist Verizon Wireless Maplewood, MN
Animal Care Technician Wuxi Apptec Mendota Heights, MN
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Applied Economics 65 out of 80 graduates responded to the survey (81.25%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 47 72.31%
Additional Education 10 15.39%
Internship 2 3.08%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 3 4.61%
Seeking Employment 3 4.61%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 20 64.52%
Yes, Additional 4 12.90%
Yes, Alternative 7 22.58%
Not Applicable 18
No Response to Question 16
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 15 31.91%
Somewhat Related 21 44.68%
Neither Related or Unrelated 2 4.26%
Somewhat Unrelated 5 10.64%
Very Unrelated 3 6.38%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 2.13%
Not Applicable 18
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 13 41.94%
Somewhat Satisfied 12 38.70%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 4 12.90%
Very Dissatisfied 1 3.23%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 3.23%
Not Applicable 18
No Response to Question 16
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 13 20.00%
No 52 80.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $46,990
Median $50,000
Range $30,000 - $73,000
Not Applicable 18
Response to Question 25
No Response to Question 22
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 46 70.77%
No 19 29.23%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Arizona State Sports Law
Concordia University-Saint Paul MBA
Cornell University Applied Economics
Georgetown Applied Economics
Multimedia University Strategic Communication
The George Washington University Accountancy
The University of Hong Kong Finance
University of Minnesota Accountancy
University of Minnesota Computer Science
University of Minnesota Accountancy
University of Minnesota Applied Economics
University of Minnesota Accountancy
Job Title Employer Location
Package Engineering Analyst 3M St. Paul, MN
Industrial Customer Specialist 3M Pittsburgh, PA
Financial Analyst Accenture Minneapolis, MN
Research Assistant American Institutes for Research Washington D.C.
Demand Forecast Analyst Best Buy Minneapolis, MN
Business and Data Analyst C.H. Robinson Eden Prairie, MN
Marketing and Social Media Specialist Caliber Home Loans Van Alstyne, TX
Bookkeeper Cardinal Group Management Minneapolis, MN
Commodity Merchant Cargill, Inc. Wayzata, MN
Broker Commodity Chido Commodity Minneapolis, MN
Account Manager China Merchants Bank Shandong, China
Associate Financial Credit Analyst CHS Inc. Inver Grove Heights, MN
Community Service Officer City of Brooklyn Center Minneapolis, MN
Quality Assurance Tester CodeWeavers St. Paul, MN
Inside Sales Representative CSC Service Works Minneapolis, MN
Customer Service DMR Supplies Minneapolis, MN
Associate Business Systems Analyst Ecolab Minneapolis, MN
Claims Assistant Emc Insurance Eden Prairie, MN
Sourcing capabilities Analyst General Mills Golden Valley, MN
Associate Account Strategist Google Ann Arbor, MI
Fashion Editor Gorgeous Street Snap
Manager Green Mill Minneapolis, MN
Industry Research Analyst IBISWorld New York City, NY
Analyst Intel Secure Denver, CO
Consultant Kin Insurance Chicago, IL
Business Analyst Korn Ferry Minneapolis, MN
Account Analyst Long Term Care Group Minneapolis, MN
Research Technician Neogen Lansing, MI
Inside Sales Rep Olympics Steel Plymouth, MN
Contract Coordinator Open Systems International Medina, MN
Senior Financial Analyst Optum Chicago, IL
Consultant Optum Eden Prairie, MN
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Associate Account Executive SPS Commerce Minneapolis, MN
Sales Associate State Farm Chaska, MN
Claims Analyst The Hartford Bloomington, MN
Program Manager Upland Consulting Minneapolis, MN
Investment Account Research Specialist US Bank St. Paul, MN
Associate Business Operations Analyst Veritas Technologies Minneapolis, MN
Client Service Associate Wealth Enhancement Group Burnsville, MN
Due Diligence Consultant Wells Fargo St. Louis Park, MN
Business Analyst Wells Fargo Minneapolis, MN
Client Service Consultant Wells Fargo Minneapolis, MN
Leadership Pipeline Program Associate Wells Fargo Minneapolis, MN
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Environmental Sciences, Policy & Management 50 out of 60 graduates responded to the survey (83.33%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 37 74.00%
Additional Education 5 10.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 2.00%
Seeking Employment 7 14.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 14 56.00%
Yes, Additional 2 8.00%
Yes, Alternative 9 36.00%
Not Applicable 13
No Response to Question 12
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 16 43.24%
Somewhat Related 11 29.73%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 2.70%
Very Unrelated 9 33.33%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 13
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 12 48.00%
Somewhat Satisfied 7 28.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 3 12.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 4.00%
Very Dissatisfied 2 8.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 13
No Response to Question 12
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 6 12.00%
No 44 88.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low outlier removed: $11,000)
Mean $40,698
Median $40,000
Range $20,800 - $70,000
Not Applicable 13
Response to Question 23
No Response to Question 14
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 49 98.00%
No 1 2.00%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Hope Community Church Leadership Development Program
Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Environmental Sciences
University College London Environmental Sciences
University of Minnesota Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, Science, and Management
University of Minnesota Land & Atmospheric Science
University of Minnesota Natural Resources Science and Management
Hope Community Church Leadership Development Program
Job Title Employer Location
EHS Engineer 3M Charlotte, NC
Staff Professional Antea Group Lakewood, CO
Sales Associate Banana Republic Roseville, MN
HSE Specialist Bosch Florence, KY
Barista Caffe Aroma Buffalo, NY
Program Trainer Can Do Canines New Hope, MN
Pilot Plant Technician Cargill Savage, MN
Barista Caribou Coffee Minneapolis, MN
Fisheries Technician Carp Solutions St. Paul, MN
Environmental Health Aide City of Bloomington Bloomington, MN
Financial Analyst Cypress Creek Renewables San Francisco, CA
Product Engineer Esri Redlands, CA
Associate Lingnan Landscape Shanghai City, China
Direct Support Provider Lutheran Social Services Maplewood, MN
Provider Services Coordinator Medica Minnetonka, MN
Intern Metropolitan Council St. Paul, MN
Aquatic Invasive Species Educator & Boat Inspector
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Minneapolis, MN
Minnesota GreenCorps Member Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Pine City, MN
Noise/Air Quality Specialist MnDOT Roseville, MN
Outreach Coordinator North-Eastern Minnesotans for Wilderness Minneapolis, MN
US EPA Contractor Oak Ridge Associated University Washington D.C.
Environmental Aid Ramsey County Arden Hills, MN
Technical Associate SCS Global Services San Francisco, CA
Business Owner Self-Employed Chanhassen, MN
Barista Spyhouse Coffee Minneapolis, MN
Manager of Irrigation Services Sylvestor's Property Management Minneapolis, MN
Team Member Target Savage, MN
Restoration Crew Member The Nature Conservancy Minneapolis, MN
Environmental Specialist U.S. Compliance Corporation Excelsior, MN
Graduate Research Assistant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Desktop Support Specialist University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Writing Consultant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Research Assistant University of Minnesota St. Paul, MN
Environmental Arts Educator Urban Arts Academy Minneapolis, MN
SQA Software Engineer Veritas Technologies Minneapolis, MN
Outdoor Leader Wilderness Inquiry Minneapolis, MN
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Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Biology 31 out of 43 graduates responded to the survey (72.09%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 25 80.66%
Additional Education 2 6.45%
Internship 1 3.22%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 3.22%
Seeking Employment 2 6.45%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 7 41.18%
Yes, Additional 4 23.53%
Yes, Alternative 6 35.29%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 8
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 14 56.00%
Somewhat Related 7 28.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 4.00%
Very Unrelated 3 12.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 5 35.71%
Somewhat Satisfied 4 28.57%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 2 14.29%
Very Dissatisfied 1 7.14%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 2 14.29%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 8
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 3 9.68%
No 28 90.32%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low and high outlies removed: $8,000 and $72,000)
Mean $31,429
Median $31,668
Range $20,000 - $43,597
Not Applicable 6
Response to Question 13
No Response to Question 12
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 26 83.87%
No 5 16.13%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Ball State University Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology
Iowa State University Natural Resources, Ecology, and Management
University of Minnesota Conservation Sciences
Job Title Employer Location
Assistant Marine Mammal Specialist
Cabo Adventures Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Youth Outdoors Leader Conservation Corp St. Paul, MN
Customer Service Supervisor Fisherman's Marine and Outdoor Oregon City, OR
Fisheries Technician Idaho Fish and Game Bayview, ID
Wildlife Biological Technician Iowa State University Iowa City, IA
Masters Student Iowa State University Ames, IA
Real Estate Agent Keller Williams Rochester, MN
Planner Principal Minnesota Department of Natural Resources St. Paul, MN
Wildlife Technician Minnesota Department of Natural Resources St. Paul, MN
Paraprofessional Natural science academy St. Paul Park, MN
Student Contractor NECSC, USGS St. Paul, MN
Sales Associate Nordstrom Seattle, WA
Coastal Resource Manager Peace Corps
Server/Bartender Pourhouse Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Researcher The University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Canada
Temporary Forestry Worker Three Rivers Park District Minneapolis, MN
Temp-Casual Research Assistant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Senior Researcher University of Minnesota St. Paul, MN
Researcher University of Minnesota St. Paul, MN
Natural History Interpreter University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Field Technician University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Wildlife Technician University of Missouri Lamar, MO
Researcher US Department of Agriculture St. Paul, MN
Fisheries Tech Verlelve Farms Webster City, IA
Fisheries Technician 1: Salmon Stream Surveys
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife Minneapolis, MN
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Food Science 25 out of 28 graduates responded to the survey (89.29%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 19 76.00%
Additional Education 5 20.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 4.00%
Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 13 76.48%
Yes, Additional 2 11.76%
Yes, Alternative 2 11.76%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 2
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 13 68.42%
Somewhat Related 3 15.79%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 3 15.79%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 9 52.94%
Somewhat Satisfied 4 23.54%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 1 5.88%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 2 11.76%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 5.88%
Not Applicable 6
No Response to Question 2
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 5 20.00%
No 20 80.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income (high outlier removed: $79,000)
Mean $41,669
Median $40,000
Range $22,880 - $56,000
Not Applicable 6
Response to Question 16
No Response to Question 3
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 19 76.00%
No 6 24.00%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Kansas State University Food Science
Ohio State University Food Science
The Ohio State University Food Science
University of Minnesota Food Science
Wageningen University Food Safety
Job Title Employer Location
Technical Sales Manager Advanced Ingredients Minneapolis, MN
Chocolatier Chocolat Celeste St. Paul, MN
Medical Scribe EPPA St. Lewis Park, MN
Operations Manager Get Bizzy Inc Minneapolis, MN
Quality Assurance Kelly scientific resource Vadnais Heights, MN
Quality Assurance Technician Legendary Baking Chaska, MN
Lab Technician Marketfresh Food Testing Lab Minneapolis, MN
Grant Administrator Minnesota Department of Agriculture St. Paul, MN
Product Developer Mrs Gerry's Kitchen Albert Lea, MN
Food Quality/Safety Technician New Seasons Market Portland, OR
Lab Assistant Pace Analytical Golden Valley, MN
Centers Coordinator Providers Choice Minnetonka, MN
QA Lab Technician Saputo White Bear Lake, MN
Conservation Coordinator Sauk County Baraboo, WI
Assistant Office Manager Sound Hearing Instruments Richfield, MN
HACCP Coordinator Swanson Meats, Inc. Minneapolis, MN
Kitchen Manager The Good Acre Falcon Heights, MN
Food Scientist Zea10 Eden Prairie, MN
Food Scientist Zea10 Eden Prairie, MN
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Food Systems 14 out of 21 graduates responded to the survey (66.67%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 13 92.86%
Additional Education 0 0.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 7.14%
Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 4 50.00%
Yes, Additional 2 25.00%
Yes, Alternative 2 25.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 5
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 5 38.46%
Somewhat Related 4 30.77%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 4 30.77%
Very Unrelated 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 5 62.50%
Somewhat Satisfied 2 25.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 12.50%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 5
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 1 7.14%
No 13 92.86%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $40,980
Median $40,500
Range $26,000 - $62,000
Not Applicable 1
Response to Question 8
No Response to Question 5
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 14 100.00%
No 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Global Health
Job Title Employer Location
Market Specialist C.H. Robinson Minneapolis, MN
Contracts Coordinator Coloplast Minneapolis, MN
Farmer Heartwood Mountain Sanctuary Garberville, CA
Account Executive Intern Kohnstamm Communications St. Paul, MN
Public Health Specialist Minneapolis Health Department Minneapolis, MN
Assistant Market Manager Neighborhood Roots Minneapolis, MN
Health Equity Programs Coordinator Pillsbury United Communities Minneapolis, MN
Sales Specialist Scoular Minneapolis, MN
Procurement Department specialist SuperValu Hopkins, MN
Research Lab Assistant University of Minnesota St. Paul, MN
Shipping Coordinator Wagner Greenhouses, Inc. Minneapolis, MN
Marketing Coordinator Whole Sum Kitchen Minneapolis, MN
Supervisor/Pastry Chef Young Joni Minneapolis, MN
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Forest & Natural Resource Management
9 out of 14 graduates responded to the survey (64.29%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 6 66.67%
Additional Education 1 11.11%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 2 22.22%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 4 100.00%
Yes, Additional 0 0.00%
Yes, Alternative 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 0
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 2 33.33%
Somewhat Related 1 16.67%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 1 16.67%
Very Unrelated 2 33.33%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 2 50.00%
Somewhat Satisfied 1 25.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Very Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 25.00%
Not Applicable 3
No Response to Question 2
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 1 11.11%
No 8 88.89%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $62,400
Median $62,400
Range NA
Not Applicable 3
Response to Question 1
No Response to Question 5
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 7 77.78%
No 2 22.22%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Natural Resources Science and Management
Job Title Employer Location
Ski Instructor Adaptive Sports Center Crested Butte, CO
Forestry Technician City of Eagan Eagan, MN
Farm Organizer Hmong American Farmers Association St. Paul, MN
Labor Trades and Equipment Operator Minnesota DNR Minneapolis, MN
Visitor Services Park Ranger U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Puxico, MO
Marine United States Marine Corps Arlington, VA
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Nutrition 69 out of 79 graduates responded to the survey (87.34%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 51 73.91%
Additional Education 16 23.19%
Internship 1 1.45%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 1 1.45%
Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 21 50.00%
Yes, Additional 8 19.05%
Yes, Alternative 13 30.95%
Not Applicable 18
No Response to Question 9
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 23 46.00%
Somewhat Related 17 34.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 5 10.00%
Very Unrelated 5 10.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 18
No Response to Question 1
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 14 34.15%
Somewhat Satisfied 16 39.02%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 3 7.32%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 5 12.20%
Very Dissatisfied 2 4.87%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 1 2.44%
Not Applicable 18
No Response to Question 10
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 26 37.68%
No 43 62.32%
No Response to Question 0
Income (high outlier removed: $120,000)
Mean $30,715
Median $30,000
Range $8,000 - $61,000
Not Applicable 18
Response to Question 32
No Response to Question 19
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 58 84.06%
No 11 15.94%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Augsburg Physician Assistant
Bradley University Dietetic
Duquesne University Nursing
International Medical University Malaysia Public Health
Iowa State University Dietetic
Loyola University-Chicago Dietetic
Marquette Nursing
McGill University Nutrition
MHealth MNT Dietetic Internship Dietetics
Mount Mary University Nutrition
National Academics of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
Northern Illinois University Dietetic
Saint Catherine University Nutrition
The Ohio State University Pharmacy
University of Michigan Nutrition
University of Minnesota Dietetic
University of Minnesota Medicine
University of Minnesota Dietetic
University of Minnesota Nutrition
University of Minnesota Additional undergraduate courses
University of Minnesota Nutrition
University of Minnesota Epidemiology
University of Wisconsin - Madison Public Health
University of Wisconsin - Madison Nutrition
Wellness Workdays Dietetic
Wellness Workdays Dietetic
Job Title Employer Location
Dietary Technician Abbott Northwestern Hospital Minneapolis, MN
Direct Care Professional ACR Homes Minneapolis, MN
Dietary Technician Allina Health Services Saint Paul, MN
Office Manager American Family Insurance Minneapolis, MN
Nanny Amy Damon Household Minneapolis, MN
Lab Assistant D&B Plating Fridley, MN
Nutrition Services Fairview Health Services Minneapolis, MN
Nutrition Services Associate Fairview Health Services Edina, MN
Nutrition Services Associate Fairview UMMC Minneapolis, MN
Restorative Aid/CNA Good Samaritan Society Maplewood, MN
Diet Technician HealthPartners Minneapolis, MN
Diet Technician Hennepin County Medical Center Minneapolis, MN
Personal Trainer LA Fitness Roseville, MN
Nutrition & Communications Intern Life Time Foundation Chanhassen, MN
Diet Technician Maple Grove Hospital Maple Grove, MN
Direct Care Worker McCallum Place St. Louis, MO
Behavioral Health Nutrition tech Melrose Center Minneapolis, MN
Contract specification Coordinator Michael Foods, Inc. Minneapolis, MN
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Coach Midway Speedskating club Roseville, MN
Dietetic Internship Minneapolis V A Medical Center Minneapolis, MN
Dietetic Intern Minneapolis V A Medical Center Minneapolis, MN
Special Education Assistant Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District
Minneapolis, MN
Clinical Quality Analyst Optum Minnetonka, MN
Health Extension Volunteer Peace Corps
Development Operations Associate Planned Parenthood MN, ND, SD St. Paul, MN
Dietetic Technician Presbyterian Homes & Services Minneapolis, MN
Nanny Private Family Edina, MN
Account Associate RedBrick Health Minneapolis, MN
Patient Services Supervisor Regions Hospital St. Paul, MN
Direct Support Professional REM Mentor Network Cottage Grove, MN
CSFP Administrative Rep Second Harvest Heartland St. Paul, MN
Server Spring Street Minneapolis, MN
Early Childhood Nutrition Project Coordinator
St. Davids Center Minnetonka, MN
Nutrition Specialist Trader Joe's Boston, MA
Dietetic Intern University of Ghana
Access Assistant University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Intake representative University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Dietetic Intern University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Dietetic Intern University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Sports Nutrition Intern University of Minnesota Athletics Minneapolis, MN
Nutrition Services Associate University of Minnesota Health Minneapolis, MN
Grant Coordinator University of Minnesota Medical School Minneapolis, MN
Retail Manager Urban Violet Minneapolis, MN
Pharmacist Walgreens Columbus, OH
Shift Leader Walgreens Minneapolis, MN
Marketing Nutritionist Wellness Concept Malaysia
Quality Control Technician Wholesale Produce Supply Minneapolis, MN
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Plant Science 23 out of 29 graduates responded to the survey (79.31%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 16 69.56%
Additional Education 2 8.70%
Internship 1 3.45%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 4 17.39%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 9 60.00%
Yes, Additional 2 13.33%
Yes, Alternative 4 26.67%
Not Applicable 7
No Response to Question 1
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 12 75.00%
Somewhat Related 1 6.25%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 3 18.75%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 7
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 7 46.66%
Somewhat Satisfied 6 40.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 1 6.67%
Very Dissatisfied 1 6.67%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 7
No Response to Question 1
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 2 8.70%
No 21 91.30%
No Response to Question 0
Income
Mean $41,205
Median $37,000
Range $24,440 - $65,000
Not Applicable 7
Response to Question 15
No Response to Question 1
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 23 100.00%
No 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program University of Minnesota Applied Plant Sciences
University of Minnesota Plant Pathology
Job Title Employer Location
Seed Advisor Beck's Spencer, IA
Sales Agronomist Belgrade Cooperative Belgrade, MN
Research Technician Betaseed Shakopee, MN
Research Technician - Disease Nursery Betaseed Shakopee, MN
Brewer Blackeye Roasting Co. St. Paul, MN
Job Coach Equality Pathways for Potential Buffalo, MN
Assistant Manger Fairfacts MN Fairfax, MN
Horticulture Technician Foliage Services Portland, WA
Assistant Manager Naf Naf Grill Bloomington, MN
Technician Rainbow Treecare Minnetonka, MN
Sales Representative Syngenta Minnetonka, MN
Horticulturist University of Minnesota Chaska, MN
Researcher 2 University of Minnesota St. Paul, MN
Researcher University of Minnesota St. Paul, MN
Gardener University of Wisconsin Madison, WI
Research Lab Assistant US Department of Agriculture St. Paul, MN
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Sustainable Systems Management 5 out of 5 graduates responded to the survey (100.00%)
Primary Activity
Paid Employment(FT and PT) 4 80.00%
Additional Education 1 20.00%
Internship 0 0.00%
Engaged in Volunteer Service 0 0.00%
Unemployed and Not Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
Seeking Employment 0 0.00%
No Response to Question 0
Still Seeking Employment
No 2 50.00%
Yes, Additional 1 25.00%
Yes, Alternative 1 25.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 0
Relatedness to Major
Very Related 2 40.00%
Somewhat Related 2 40.00%
Neither Related or Unrelated 0 0.00%
Somewhat Unrelated 0 0.00%
Very Unrelated 1 20.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 0
Job Satisfaction
Very Satisfied 1 25.00%
Somewhat Satisfied 2 50.00%
Neither Satisfied or Unsatisfied 0 0.00%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 0 0.00%
Very Dissatisfied 1 25.00%
Have Not Yet Formed an Opinion 0 0.00%
Not Applicable 1
No Response to Question 0
Enrolled in Grad/Prof. Degree or Certificate Program since Graduation?
Yes 1 20.00%
No 4 80.00%
No Response to Question 0
Income (low outlier removed: $12,500)
Mean $31,813
Median $35,000
Range $24,440 - $36,000
Not Applicable 1
Response to Question 4
No Response to Question 0
Completed an Internship or Co-op Experience
Yes 3 60.00%
No 2 40.00%
No Response to Question 0
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School where Currently Enrolled Program Georgetown University Biotechnology
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