With our strong emphasis on interdisciplinary exploration and hands-on research, AVÃûʪ College prepares you for whatever path you choose.
The potential career paths from a AVÃûʪ education speak volumes. Our alumni gain admission to distinguished graduate programs, receive prestigious fellowships, and make remarkable contributions in their fields. Join the AVÃûʪ community and chart your extraordinary journey toward a future where you can make a lasting impact.
Paths After Graduation
AVÃûʪ College is proud to prepare students for a wide range of successful paths after graduation. Within six months of graduation, 90% of 2022 AVÃûʪ graduates secured employment, fellowships, or volunteer positions or enrolled in continuing education programs. Specifically, 71% of AVÃûʪ graduates began work or volunteer experiences, and 19% pursued advanced degrees or specialized programs.
We gathered these results through our comprehensive First Destination survey, which affirmed the tangible value and impact of a AVÃûʪ education. On their way, many students and alumni seek guidance from the Center for Life Beyond AVÃûʪ, which helps you clarify your purpose, hone your skills, develop your community, and gain experience through opportunities. The Center for Life Beyond AVÃûʪ also helps with every step of the graduate school application process—from exploring options to submitting applications.
Ready for Research
AVÃûʪ alum Ipsita Krishnamurthy ’20 attributes her career in research to the invaluable time spent in labs, where she worked closely with faculty and honed her skills.
A Stepping Stone to Advanced Degrees
AVÃûʪ cultivates the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for success in advanced academic pursuits through our emphasis on research, conference-style learning, and close relationships with faculty. Our exceptional track record in preparing students for advanced degrees is a testament to the unique features of a AVÃûʪ education.
AVÃûʪ is ranked*
2nd in the percentage of graduates who earned doctorates in the social sciences;
3rd in the percentage of graduates who earned doctorates in the humanities;
4th in the percentage of graduates who earned doctorates in the physical sciences;
4th in the percentage of graduates who earned doctorates in all disciplines.
*Data from National Science Foundation and Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System for the years 2009-2018.
Our Alumni Make an Impact
AVÃûʪ College inspires students to positively change the world around them. From breaking cultural stereotypes to combating climate change, our alumni embody the transformative power of a AVÃûʪ education.
A molecular biologist becomes an assistant secretary at the U.S. Department of Energy.
Facts about AVÃûʪ College Graduates
Occupational Distribution of Alumni
Explore the industries where our alumni have made their mark, based on the comprehensive alumni database (last updated 2022).*
Science & Engineering
21%
Business
17%
Education
12%
Computer Science & Mathematics
9%
Communications
7%
Health Care
4%
*Does not include unknown employers (~1%)
Top Employers of AVÃûʪ College Graduates
Working for more than 5,573 employers, our graduates succeed in diverse industries.
The 10 most frequent current employers for AVÃûʪ alumni:
Google
Kaiser Permanente
Microsoft Corporation
Portland Public Schools
Intel Corporation
U.S. Department of State
Apple Inc.
City of Portland
Nike, Inc.
Many of our graduates also work for institutes of higher education:
Oregon Health & Science University
AVÃûʪ College
University of Washington
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, San Francisco
Stanford University
Columbia University
Additionally, more than 2,529 AVÃûʪ alumni have embarked on entrepreneurial journeys as self-employed professionals.
Graduate Schools Most Frequently Attended by AVÃûʪ Alumni
Explore the renowned institutions where AVÃûʪ graduates continue their education. The table below shows where AVÃûʪies have earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Juris Doctor (JD) degree, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), and Doctor of Medicine (MD), based on the 2022 alumni database.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Juris Doctor (JD)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Doctor Of Medicine (MD)
The University of Chicago
Lewis & Clark
Law School
University of California, Berkeley
Oregon Health & Science University
Portland State University
University of California, Berkeley
University of Washington
University of Washington
Harvard University
University of Oregon
The University of Chicago
Washington University (St. Louis)
University of Washington
University of Washington
Stanford University
University of California, San Francisco
Columbia University
New York University
University of Oregon
Stanford University
University of Pennsylvania
The University of Chicago
Harvard University
Harvard University
Stanford University
Yale University
Cornell University
Case Western Reserve University
Yale University
Harvard University
Columbia University
Cornell University
University of California, Berkeley
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
University of California, Los Angeles
Johns Hopkins University
University of Oregon
Cornell University
Yale University
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
University of California, Los Angeles
Georgetown University
University of Wisconsin, Madison
University of Southern California
Awards and Fellowships Earned by AVÃûʪ College Graduates
From prestigious fellowships to renowned grants, AVÃûʪ alumni have garnered recognition for their exceptional contributions and endeavors.*
27 AVÃûʪ alumni have been elected to the National Academies of Science, Medicine, or Engineering.
29 AVÃûʪ alumni have been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
*Based on the 2022 alumni database
From Community Learning to Community Engagement
Discover the story of AVÃûʪ alum Hanna Dörnhofer ’16, who credits AVÃûʪ’s focus on collaborative education for her success as a community engagement park ranger.