Outcomes & Placement Dashboard
We monitor, verify, and document career transitions of our graduates. Explore placement metrics and before/after compensation adjustments.
Cohort Outcomes Summary
The following table highlights the graduation rates, job placement outcomes (within 180 days of graduation), and salary increases across our core specialization tracks:
| Specialization Track | Grad Rate | Placement (180d) | Salary Increase | Certification | Top Employers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Science & AI | 94% | 72% | +70% ($48,000 to $82,000) | Microsoft DP-900 (Azure Data) | Amazon, Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase |
| DevOps & Cloud Computing | 91% | 68% | +76% ($50,000 to $88,000) | Microsoft AZ-900 / AZ-104 | Lockheed Martin, Capital One |
| Cybersecurity & SOC | 89% | 78% | +80% ($40,000 to $72,000) | CompTIA Security+ / AZ-500 | Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics |
Verified Graduate Case Studies
Robert M.
Data Science & AI — October 2024
“Sky States helped me bridge the gap between college coding and industry requirements.”
The Challenge: Had theoretical knowledge of coding but struggled to construct data projects or pass technical rounds.
Program Experience: The weekend labs forced me to apply SQL and Python on messy datasets. Mentor guidance during the capstone preparation was crucial.
Time to First Job: 4 months after graduation
Sarah P.
DevOps & Cloud Computing — January 2025
“Building real pipelines on Azure and AWS made all the difference in my technical interviews.”
The Challenge: Stuck in legacy sysadmin work; wanted to transition to Kubernetes and automated CI/CD pipelines.
Program Experience: Setting up a complete automated build and test pipeline on AWS was challenging but prepared me directly for interviews.
Time to First Job: 3 months after graduation