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South Korea's Ph.D. Unemployment Soars to 29.6%
3/3/2025
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Story summary
- South Korea's unemployment rate for 2024 Ph.D. graduates reaches 29.6%, the highest since 2014.
- Unemployment among individuals under 30 stands at 47.7%, indicating a challenging job market.
- Arts and humanities graduates experience the highest unemployment, while health and welfare sectors fare better.
- Gender disparities persist, with 33.1% of female Ph.D. holders unemployed versus 27.4% of males.
