Prevalence of Certifications and Licenses among the College-Educated Population in the United States

Overall, in February 2015, employed college graduates in the United States with a certification or license earned more than those without a credential beyond their highest college degree. Of the college-educated population, 39% held an active certification or license. Certifications and licenses among the college-educated population were most prevalent at the professional degree and master's degree levels. Data from the National Survey of College Graduates (NSCG), sponsored by the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics within the National Science Foundation.