"U.S. Surpasses STEM Degree Goals by a Wide Margin: A Decade of Progress in Science and Technology Education. Despite initial targets set in 2012, the United States has significantly exceeded its goal of awarding 4 million STEM degrees by 2022, with a total of 4.65 million degrees earned over the decade - a 16% increase. This milestone marks a major achievement in the nation's efforts to boost education and training in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields, which are crucial for driving innovation and economic growth. The surplus of STEM graduates could have significant implications for the job market and the country's competitive edge in the global economy."
Between 2012 and 2022, a national target of 4 million STEM degrees earned in the United States was surpassed by 16%, cumulatively totaling 4.65 STEM degrees (red line) over that decade. This exceeded ...
