A March 2024 survey of nearly 3,300 students supports transition/exit programming for students nearly graduation. The survey was limited to those graduating within a year (Spring, Summer, Fall of 2024) and those staying in the United States after graduation. The initial, major findings are below.

When thinking about graduation, how concerned are you about these factors relating to personal support?

When thinking about graduation, how concerned are you about these factors related to change and loss?

When thinking about graduation, how concerned are you about these factors relating to personal support?

Bar chart showing concern levels about various work-related topics, categorized as no concern, minor concern, moderate concern, and major concern. Topics include finding a job, communication skills, workplace relationships, job preparedness, interview skills, workplace policies, money, and confidence.
Bar chart showing levels of concern among students related to graduation, with categories from no concern to major concern, and various reasons such as leaving current friends, college separation, and future opportunities.
Bar chart comparing student concerns at different levels of concern: no concern, minor concern, moderate concern, major concern. Concerns include making career transition, finding mentors, sacrifices, faith, community, mentorship, family support, and relationships.

When asked about stress/anxiety specifically related to adulting topics, students responded:

Bar chart showing the proportion of responses categorized as None, Little, Some, and Significant for various topics like Job Search, Negotiating Job Offers, Comparing Job Offers, Health Insurance, Workplace Benefits, Taxes, Auto Insurance, Retirement, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental, Credit Scores, Financial Products, Personal Legal Needs, Discrimination/Harassment.

If your college offered a program that assisted you in understanding these adulting concepts, would you be interested?

Pie chart showing survey responses with categories: Yes, with credit; No; Yes; and other, illustrating percentages for each response.

If your college offered a program that assisted you in understanding these adulting concepts, would it reduce your stress/anxiety about graduation?

Pie chart showing survey responses with the majority labeled 'Yes' at 89%, and smaller segments labeled 'No' and 'Maybe' each at 5%, with green and yellow segments also present.