Where will your degree take you?

If you’re graduating this term or have graduated in the past 6 months, please take
5-7 minutes to let us know what you’re planning to do next. You’ll be automatically entered to win a Griz Nation YETI Cooler ($300 value), a Griz Nation YETI tumbler ($45 value) or a $250 Amazon gift card (provided by Handshake).

The Survey is LIVE!

December 2023 & May 2024 Grads:

If the link doesn't take you directly to the survey, log into Handshake; click Career center on the left menu; then click on the First Destination tile to complete the survey.

The survey is accessible from the time you complete your graduation paperwork through 5 months beyond graduation. Your response can be updated at any time during that window. Eligible students/alumni can also access the link from your Handshake homepage. Just log into Handshake with your Net ID.

The next drawing will be held May 13, 2024. Winners will be notified via the email on file and will have 5 business days to claim their prize.

What is the purpose of the UM Graduation Survey (First Destination Survey)?

Each year, this survey helps UM gather information about the future plans of our graduates. This data helps us to more accurately inform current students, new alumni, prospective students and their families about possible career opportunities.

Information we seek from graduating students:
• Employment status
• Graduate/professional school enrollment
• Volunteer or service programs
• Starting salaries

Preview the questions of the survey on Handshake.

Who should participate in the survey?

If you are graduating this semester (and have completed your graduation paperwork), the UM Graduation Survey will be available for you to complete in Handshake for 5 months beyond graduation. Graduating seniors will receive an email 5 weeks prior to commencement to complete the survey. You will also receive periodic reminder emails until the survey closes about 5 months after graduation. We understand your plans may change and we encourage you to update your survey responses at these times. We appreciate your time and willingness to complete this survey.

Questions? Email: ELCS@umontana.edu

The UM Graduation Survey (First Destination Survey) meets guidelines of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) and allows for standardized reporting of bachelor and master’s degree recipients’ plans immediately after graduation. Find out more about the First Destination Survey.