
Graduates and the Labor Market
Providing data, analysis, and strategic opportunities regarding the career paths of graduates and researchers to bridge the gap between higher education and the labor market. This synergy is essential to driving growth, competitiveness, and innovation across the regional territory
Data & figures in Tuscany
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21,80%
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49.490
Number of graduates sought by Tuscan enterprises in 2024
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10.300
Projected new graduate hires in Tuscan enterprises
Forecast of new hires in Tuscan enterprises
Forecast of new hires in Tuscan enterprises
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Fonte: Source: Excelsior – Qtr Dec 2025 - Feb 2026
Number of graduates sought by Tuscan enterprises in 2024
Number of graduates sought by Tuscan enterprises in 2024
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Fonte: Dashboard TOR - Graduates and the Labor Market
Projected new graduate hires in Tuscan enterprises
Projected new graduate hires in Tuscan enterprises
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Fonte: Source: Excelsior – Qtr Dec 2025 - Feb 2026
Graduates and employment: evidence from the Tuscan context
This section aggregates data on the employment outcomes of graduates in Tuscany, highlighting the tangible value of higher education within the contemporary labor market.
While Italy continues to record some of the lowest tertiary education attainment rates in Europe, Tuscany stands out with a graduate population that exceeds the national average. The Regional Government promotes access to university as both a fundamental right and a strategic opportunity. This commitment is realized through robust Right to Education (DSU) policies and specialized orientation programs designed to foster informed academic and career choices.
The data consistently confirms that a degree significantly enhances the prospects for high-quality, stable employment, serving as a catalyst for both individual professional fulfillment and the socioeconomic development of the region.
Explore data on graduates within the regional labor market
This dashboard analyzes the demand for graduates among Tuscan enterprises, mapping professional requirements against specific academic pathways. Through these visualizations, users can monitor market trends over time and identify the primary professional roles and industrial sectors for career placement.

Discover the graduate professional profiles most in demand by Tuscan enterprises