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Career Outcomes & Internships

Our graduates are eager and equipped to make the world a better place

Belmont University: From here to anywhere

At Belmont, we seek to equip our students to pursue lives of meaning and purpose and prepare them to pursue their chosen paths upon completing their degree.

The First Destination Rate helps quantify how many graduates went on to secure jobs, begin graduate school or serve in the military within six months of graduation.

Explore this page to see how Belmont grads are putting their education to work in the world.


First Destination Rate

97%*

of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education or enlisted in the military within six months of graduation

(85% were employed, 11% were pursuing continuing education, less than 1% enlisted in volunteer or military service, 3% were still looking)

This rate far exceeds the current national average of 84%.

*The overall combined response and knowledge rate for this survey was 83%, meaning data was directly reported or otherwise obtained on 83% of graduating students in every educational level (Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate) from August 2022, December 2022, and May 2023 commencements, with the exception of College of Law.

Our Graduates By the Numbers

Belmont University is dedicated to preparing students for rewarding careers

46.5%
Participated in an internship
35.5%
Participated in study abroad
48%
Accepted to 1st choice graduate school
93%
Reported growth in their field of study
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Where Our Graduates Work

Map of United States

1054 graduates are employed in Middle Tennessee (70.6%)

Far West

3.65%

Great Lakes

4.59%

Mid-Atlantic

3.99%

New England

0.74%

Pacific Islands

0.07%

Plains

1.42%

Rockies

0.74%

Southeast

82.16%

Southwest

2.64%

First Destination Rate by College

98%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions

HCA Healthcare
BDO
Caterpillar Financial
LBMC
S&P Global
Bridgestone Americas
Deloitte
ITW Dynatec
Nashville Predators
UBS
Steamboat Transportation Group
BluWave LP
EY
Clifton Larson Allen
Frazier & Deeter
INSPYR Solutions

Staff Accountant
Financial Analyst
Project Manager
Marketing Specialist/Coordinator
Account Manager
Consultant
98% of employed graduates are in full-time positions

96%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Williamson County Schools
Teacher

100% of employed graduates are in positions either very related or related to their degrees

94%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Encore
Red Light Management
Creative Artists Agency
Post Hill Press
Spectrum Sound
Nashville Predators
New Frontier Touring
SESAC
Universal Music Group
Audio Engineer
Marketing Coordinator
Production Assistant
A&R Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
Digital Marketing Manager
Licensing Associate
Content Moderator
Artist Manager
Social Media Manager
Executive Assistant
Production Assistant
Sales Associate
Singer/Songwriter
Director of Basketball Operations
Tournament Operations Coordinator

85% of employed graduates are in professional positions that align with their short or long term career goals

100%
of graduates were employed or pursuing continuing education within 10 months of graduation
Top Employment Types
Wide diversity of employers in a variety of industries.

100% of employed graduates are in professional positions that align with their short or long term career goals

91.4%
of graduates were employed or pursuing continuing education within 10 months of graduation
Top Employment Types Top Employment Locations
Private Practice (65.9%)
Business (15.3%)
Government (12.9%)
Judicial Clerkship (4.7%)
Tennessee (84.7%)
California
Arkansas

 

96%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Wide diversity of employers in a variety of industries Writer
Editor
Associate Publicist
Research Assistant
Event Coordinator
Publishing Assistant
Marketing Coordinator
Recruitment Specialist
Legal Assistant
Worship Pastor; Youth Minister

95% of employed graduates are in full time positions

 

 

*Now including the School of Theology and Christian Ministry

97%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Nashville Children's Theatre
Resounding Joy Inc
Ascend Ampitheatre
Bach to Rock
Actor
Musician
Artist
Music Teacher
Music Therapist
Performer
Worship Leader
Lead Vocalist
Resident Music Director
Vocal Coach
Education Director

90% of employed graduates are in positions either very related or related to their degrees

98%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

 

Top Employers Sample Positions
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
HCA Healthcare
Ascension
BenchMark Physical Therapy
Results Physiotherapy
STAR Physical Therapy
Duke University Hospital
Northside Hospital
Baptist Hospital
John Hopkins Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina
Registered Nurse
Family Nurse Practitioner

99% of employed graduates are in full time positions

 

 

 *Now includes only programs from the School of Nursing

97%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Walgreens Pharmacy
HCA Healthcare
Kroger Pharmacy
Results Physiotherapy
Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance
STAR Physical Therapy
Pharmacist
Pharmacy Resident
Occupational Therapist
Physical Therapist
Adult Case Manager
Study Coordinator
Public Health Executive Fellow; Therapist; School Counselor

95% of employed graduates are in positions either VERY related or related to their degrees

*Now including the programs of Exercise Science, Mental Health Counseling, Physical Therapy, Public Health, Occupational Therapy, and Social Work

97%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Ascension
Capgemini America Inc.
ICON plc
Mars Veterinary Health
Cumberland Heights
Scribe America
Tennessee State Government
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Select Actuarial Services
Vanderbilt University
Ascension
Technology Associate
Actuarial Analyst
Clinic Assistant
Data Analyst
Forensic Scientist
Software Developer/Engineer
Clinical Trial Associate
Medical Scribe
Research Associate

85% of graduates went on to continuing education

100%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Fabric Gallery and Décor
Paige Williams Interior Design
Junk Gold
In Site Designs
Samantha Stein Interiors
Y&Light
Apparel Product Developer
Apparel Textiles Designer
Design Assistant
Fashion Designer
Fashion Stylist
Interior Designer

86% of employed graduates are self reported freelancers

 

96%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
GS&F
BUNTIN
OBP Agency
Mavely
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
Tenn Henns Design
Marbaloo Marketing
Art Teacher
Gallery Assistant
Graphic Designer
Photographer
Social Media Specialist
Visual Artist

91% of employed graduates are in full time positions

 

100%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Top Employers Sample Positions
Wide diversity of employers in a variety of industries Wide diversity of position titles representing the adult degree offered

100% of employed graduates are in professional positions that align with their short or long term career goals

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