Tools to Explore Alumni Careers By Major

Choosing a major is about more than selecting courses—it’s also an opportunity to explore the many career paths Grinnellians pursue after graduation. These resources can help you discover connections between academic interests and career industries, using real outcomes from Grinnell alumni.

Graduate Outcomes

The Graduate Outcomes website provides detailed information about the first destinations of recent Grinnell graduates. Students can explore outcomes across all majors or filter by a specific major to learn where graduates are working, attending graduate or professional school, serving through post-graduate service programs, or pursuing fellowships. The site also includes information about employers, graduate schools, geographic locations, and a variety of post-graduate opportunities, offering a comprehensive picture of where Grinnellians go after graduation. 

Alumni Careers by Major

The Alumni Careers by Major visualization, developed by DASIL (Data Analysis and Social Inquiry Lab), allows you to explore how Grinnell alumni have translated their majors into careers. This interactive chord diagram maps connections between academic disciplines and career fields, revealing the wide range of paths alumni have taken after graduation. You can select a major to see the industries, occupations, and career areas connected to alumni outcomes, helping you identify possibilities you may not have previously considered.