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SMU Graduates Achieve 89.8% Employment Rate Amid Challenges

2/26/2025

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SMU graduates boast an impressive 89.8% overall employment rate and 83.4% full-time permanent employment rate amid reduced hiring demand.
The average gross monthly salary increased by 3.4% to $5,057 compared to 2024.
Nearly 80% of the 2024 cohort completed multiple internships, with 31.6% landing jobs at their internship companies.
SMU prioritizes industry engagement and experiential learning, equipping graduates for success in a dynamic global economy.

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Story summary

SMU graduates boast an impressive 89.8% overall employment rate and 83.4% full-time permanent employment rate amid reduced hiring demand.
The average gross monthly salary increased by 3.4% to $5,057 compared to 2024.
Nearly 80% of the 2024 cohort completed multiple internships, with 31.6% landing jobs at their internship companies.
SMU prioritizes industry engagement and experiential learning, equipping graduates for success in a dynamic global economy.