Time to Find the First Full-Time Job after Graduation

Almost thirty-two percent of employed graduates obtained their jobs prior to leaving College of Charleston.  This figure is slightly less than the one reported in 1999 (36%).  Approximately 76% had jobs within the first 3 months after graduation and 93% had jobs within the first 6 months following graduation.

Table 19
Time to Find the First Full-Time Job After Graduation


Time  Frequency Percent
Obtained job prior to leaving college     72   31.30
Less than one month     41   17.83
1 to 3 months     61   26.52
4 to 6 months     41   17.83
7 to 12 months     13     5.65
Over 12 months        2       .87
Total   230 100.00



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