Nation topped goal of ‘one million more’ STEM graduates over the past decade, analysis finds

"STEM Education Breakthrough: US Surpasses National Target by 16% In a significant milestone for the nation's education system, the United States has surpassed its ambitious goal of awarding 4 million STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) degrees between 2012 and 2022. According to the latest data, a total of 4.65 million STEM degrees were earned over the decade, marking a 16% increase above the initial target. This achievement is a testament to the growing importance of STEM education in the US, as well as the efforts of educators, policymakers, and industry leaders to promote interest and access to these fields. The success of this initiative may have significant implications for the country's economic competitiveness and innovation capacity in the years to come."

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 ...