In 2008, the Heldrich Center calculated employment outcomes for individuals in credit-granting programs at New Jersey’s 19 community colleges for the period from 2002 through 2006 using two administrative datasets. This project provided, for the first time, comprehensive information on the employment experiences of both community college graduates as well as the outcomes of those students who attend the colleges — and earn credits — but exit before earning a degree. The Heldrich Center calculated the employment rates of all community college programs for the eighth quarter after student exit, average earnings after exit from college, and retention in employment. For adult students, the Heldrich Center also calculated changes in earnings from before enrollment in the colleges and after exit.

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Employment Outcomes of Students in New Jersey’s County Colleges