"Record-Breaking STEM Degrees: A Decade of Progress in US Education In a significant milestone for the US education system, the national target of 4 million STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) degrees earned over the past decade has been exceeded by a substantial 16%. According to data, a total of 4.65 million STEM degrees were awarded between 2012 and 2022, marking a historic achievement in the pursuit of a more technologically advanced workforce. The impressive growth in STEM education is a testament to the country's commitment to investing in its future, as the demand for skilled professionals in these fields continues to rise. As the nation looks to the future, this achievement serves as a promising indicator of the potential for continued progress in education and innovation."
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 ...
