Graduate outcomes show a bifurcated market: Wharton’s Class of 2025 reported a $10,000 rise in median base salary to $185,000 even as offer and acceptance rates ticked down. The data highlight an elite‑market dynamic where those who land jobs earn more but fewer graduates are converting interviews to offers. At the same time, institutions and career services are pushing alternative high‑value pathways for STEM majors—particularly intellectual property careers where technical depth commands premium demand. Career offices should diversify employer outreach, expand IP and patent‑related advising, and prepare students for nontraditional legal‑technical roles that offer robust salaries and stable demand.