Class of 2025 grads are experiencing disconnect between job expectations and reality, study finds

A ZipRecruiter report highlights a gap between the Class of 2025's job expectations and the current employment landscape. While 82% anticipate securing employment within three months post-graduation, only 77% of recent graduates achieved this, with 5% still job hunting. Additionally, expected starting salaries average $101,500, yet actual figures hover around $68,400, indicating a significant disparity.