More than 80% of graduates from Oklahoma colleges or universities are found to be working in state five years later, according to the 2021 Employment Outcomes Report from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.

The report analyzed employment data for graduates of Oklahoma public colleges and universities one year and five years after graduation, between the 2015-16 and 2019-20 school years.

One year after graduation, 84% of students are found to be employed and working in Oklahoma. The number falls to only 81% after five years.

The majority of Oklahoma’s graduates staying in state helps grow our state’s economy and makes sure our businesses have access to a workforce that allows them to compete both nationally and internationally.

You can find more information on local economic indicators, as well as regional data at www.greateroklahomacity.com.