These are the college majors with the highest unemployment rate
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The unemployment rate for recent US college graduates rose to 5.6% in 2025, with certain majors like anthropology and computer engineering experiencing higher rates. College degree holders still have lower unemployment rates and higher median salaries compared to those without a degree.
The unemployment rate for recent US college graduates has risen to 5.6% as of 2025, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Certain majors are more affected than others, with anthropology and computer engineering having the highest unemployment rates at 7.9% and 7.8% respectively in 2024. In contrast, education majors had some of the lowest unemployment rates. Recent graduates are also facing underemployment, with about 43% working in jobs that don't typically require a college degree. Despite the challenges, having a college degree remains advantageous, with lower unemployment rates and higher median salaries compared to those without a degree. Median salaries for college graduates vary by major, ranging from $40,000 for pharmacy majors to $90,000 for computer engineering majors.
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