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Colleges & Universities in the US - Employment (2021-2031)
There are xx employees in the Colleges & Universities industry in the US, which is expected to grow at xx% over the next five years. This industry includes public and private universities and colleges that offer academic courses and grant baccalaureate or graduate degrees. Admission requires a high school diploma or equivalent general academic training. Instruction is typically provided on physical campuses, although online education and other unorthodox settings are gaining popularity. This industry does not include for-profit institutions or community colleges.
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Employment
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Employees
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Businesses
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Profit
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2021-2026 XX%
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| Industry | Sector | Last 5-yr CAGR | Forecast 5-year CAGR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Colleges in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Trade & Technical Schools in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Fine Arts Schools in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| For-Profit Universities in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Colleges & Universities in Canada |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| University & Other Higher Education in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Universities in New Zealand |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Universities in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Third-Level Education in Ireland |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Colleges & Universities in China |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are employed in the Colleges & Universities in the US in 2026?
There is 3,215,880 people employed in the Colleges & Universities in the US as of 2026.
What is employment growth in the Colleges & Universities in the US in 2026?
The number of people employed in the Colleges & Universities in the US grew 1.5% on average over the five years between 2021 and 2026.
Is employment in the Colleges & Universities in the US expected to grow or decline over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Colleges & Universities in the US to understand if the industry employment is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
How many people does the average business in the Colleges & Universities in the US employ?
The average Colleges & Universities in the US business is 1,295.2 employees.
Are businesses in the Colleges & Universities in the US adding employees?
The average business in the Colleges & Universities in the US now employs more workers than it did five years ago.
How productive are employees in the Colleges & Universities in the US?
The revenue per employee for the average business in the Colleges & Universities in the US has decreased in the last five years.
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