From Storm Lake to Wall Street
"BVU gave me the confidence and connections to compete at the highest level. My professors didn't just teach — they mentored." Sarah Thompson, Class of 2021 — Financial Analyst, Goldman Sachs
Careers & Outcomes
Career Outcomes
BVU graduates don't just find jobs — they launch careers, serve communities, and change the world.
Where Beavers Work
Our graduates are making an impact at leading organizations across the country. From Fortune 500 companies to community-centered nonprofits, Beavers are everywhere.
Where Our Graduates Land
Mayo Clinic
John Deere
Wells Fargo
Principal Financial
UnityPoint Health
Hy-Vee
State of Iowa
Teach For America
95%
Employed or in Grad School
$48K
Average Starting Salary
6 Months
Average Time to Employment
92%
Work in Their Field
Alumni Success
Beaver Stories
Inspiring the Next Generation
"My student teaching experience at BVU was transformative. I walked into my first classroom feeling fully prepared and deeply passionate." Jenna Morales, Class of 2019 — High School Teacher, Des Moines Public Schools
Building Community Through Service
"BVU taught me that leadership is about service. The values I developed here guide everything I do in my career." David Okafor, Class of 2022 — Program Director, Teach For America
Alumni Impact
15,000+
Alumni Network
48 States
Represented
12 Countries
Worldwide