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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 or volunteering within six months of graduation

(85% were employed, 12% were pursuing continuing education, less than 1% enlisted in volunteer or military service, less than 3% were still looking)

This rate far exceeds the current national average of 85%**.

*The overall combined response and knowledge rate for this survey was 81%, meaning data was directly reported or otherwise obtained on 81% of graduating students in every educational level (Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate) from August 2023, December 2023, and May 2024 commencements, with the exception of College of Law.
**Latest is 2023, Undergraduate only.

Our Graduates By the Numbers

Belmont University is dedicated to preparing students for rewarding careers

48.22%
of graduates participated in an internship for course credit during their time at Belmont
29.19%
of graduates participated in study abroad for course credit during their time at Belmont
93%
reported growth in their field of study
91%
accepted to 1st choice graduate school
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Where Our Graduates Work

Map of United States

1,096 graduates are employed in Middle Tennessee (74.4%)

Far West

2.96%

Great Lakes

3.64%

Mid-Atlantic

3.37%

New England

0.76%

Pacific Islands

0.14%

Plains

0.82%

Rockies

0.82%

Southeast

85.36%

Southwest

2.13%

First Destination Rate by College

96%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

79% of graduates are employed or pursuing continuing education in the middle Tennessee area
Top Employers Sample Positions
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman
Oracle
Mars Inc.
Forvis Mazars
Blankenship CPA Group
AMSURG
Acadia Healthcare
Warner Music Group
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
Territory Manager
Sales Development Representative
Benefits Analyst
Assurance Staff
Analyst
Staff Accountant
Financial Analyst
Project Manager
Marketing Specialist/Coordinator
Account Manager
Consultant

100%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

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

Top Employers Sample Positions

Boston Public Schools
Lincoln County Schools
Metropolitan Nashville Public School
Williamson County Schools

ELL Teacher
Early Childhood Teacher
High School Teacher
Middle School Teacher
Elementary School Teacher

98%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
89% of graducates have career placements in the southeastern United States.
Top Employers Sample Positions
United Talent Agency
Level Group Ltd.
Big Loud
Walt Disney Company
Sony Music Publishing
Clair Global
Rhino Staging
Ocean Way Nashville Studio
Live Nation Entertainment
Encore
Red Light Management
Creative Artists Agency
Post Hill Press
Spectrum Sound
Nashville Predators
New Frontier Touring
SESAC
Universal Music Group
Catalog Manager
Booking Assistant
Assistant Account Manager
Agent Assistant
Media Coordinator
Musician
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

97%
of graduates were employed or pursuing continuing education within 10 months of graduation
Top Employment Types Top Employment Locations
Law Firms (58%)
Business & Industry (15%)
Government & Public Interest(15%)
Judicial Clerkship (8%)
Tennessee (70.7%)
Florida
Colorado

98%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation
Graduates are employed or pursuing continuing education across the globe in six different countries.
Top Employers Sample Positions
Wide diversity of employers representing a broad spectrum of industries including:

Public Relations
Government
Legal
Non-Profit
Religious Organizations

Marketing Director
Community Ditrector
Legislative Bill Clerk
Director of Youth Ministries
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Social Media Manager
Communications Specialist
Admissions Counselor
Content Writer
Account Executive
Writer
Editor
Associate Publicist
Research Assistant
Event Coordinator
Publishing Assistant
Recruitment Specialist
Legal Assistant
Worship Pastor

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

85% of employed graduates are in positions either very related or related to their degrees
Top Employers Sample Positions
Williamson County Schools
The Walt Disney Company
Riveredge Hospital
Rhino Staging
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Nashville Children's Theatre
Resounding Joy Inc
Ascend Ampitheatre
Bach to Rock
Actor
Sheet Music Production Assistant
Drummer
Creative Arts Therapist
Musician
Artist
Music Teacher
Music Therapist
Performer
Worship Leader
Lead Vocalist
Resident Music Director
Vocal Coach
Education Director

99%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

99% of employed graduates are in positions either very related or related to their degrees.
Top Employers Sample Positions
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
HCA Healthcare
Ascension
VA Tennessee Valley Health System
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
Duke University Hospital
Northside Hospital
Baptist Hospital
John Hopkins Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Resident
Registered Nurse
Family Nurse Practitioner

97%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

97% of employed graduates are in positions aligned with their short or long term career goals.
Top Employers Sample Positions
Baptist Health
PT Solutions Physical Therapy
BenchMark Physical Therapy
Ascension
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 graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

97% of graduates are employed in an organization.
Top Employers Sample Positions
Asurion
Adopting Reality Agency
Nashville Zoo
HCA Healthcare
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
Project Manager
Cybersecurity Engineer
Technology Associate
Actuarial Analyst
Clinic Assistant
Data Analyst
Forensic Scientist
Software Developer/Engineer
Clinical Trial Associate
Medical Scribe
Research Associate

100%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

86% of employed graduates are in positions either very related or related to their degrees.
Top Employers Sample Positions
David's Bridal
D+M Development
Castle Homes
Casella Interiors Nashville
Caballero Collection
Bauer Hockey
Away
Abercrombie&Fitch
Fabric Gallery and Décor
Paige Williams Interior Design
Junk Gold
In Site Designs
Samantha Stein Interiors
Y&Light
Project Manager
Alteration Specialist
Junior Designer
Apparel Product Developer
Apparel Textiles Designer
Design Assistant
Fashion Designer
Fashion Stylist
Interior Designer

93%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

100% of graduates are in positions that align with their short or long term goals
Top Employers Sample Positions
MP& Strategic Communications
Judith Bright
CLKJ Multifamily Management
Big Machine Label Group
GS&F
BUNTIN
OBP Agency
Mavely
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
Tenn Henns Design
Marbaloo Marketing
Junior Art Director
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
Associate Art Director
Art Teacher
Gallery Assistant
Graphic Designer
Photographer
Social Media Specialist
Visual Artist

91%
of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education, or enlisted in the military within 6 months of graduation

89% of graduates are in positions aligned with their short or long term career goals
Top Employers Sample Positions
Wide diversity of employers in a variety of industries including:
Design
Financial Services
Health Care
Public Relations
Religious Organizations
Wide diversity of position titles representing the adult degree offered
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