Each year, thousands of HBCU seniors earn their diplomas and begin an exciting journey of life as an HBCU graduate. However, while it may be easy to know the field they want to work in, it’s always so easy figuring out where. Thankfully, a new list compiled by LinkedIn is highlighting cities with the greatest potential for entry-level talent success. As a key indicator, the data looked at the population of Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Hispanic-Serving Institutions that those cities have. Look below to see if your dream city made the list!
1. Austin, TX (1 HBCU – 10 overall in TX & 3 HSIs)
Nationwide Ranking: #1 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: Technology and Information, IT Services and IT Consulting, Real Estate, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
2. Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC (6 HBCUs – 11 overall in NC)
Nationwide Ranking: #3 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: Technology and Information, IT Services and IT Consulting, Chemical Manufacturing, Real Estate, Research Services
3. Charlotte, NC (3 HBCUs – 11 overall in NC)
Nationwide Ranking: #4 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: [Technology and Information, IT Services and IT Consulting, Real Estate, Food and Beverage Services, Insurance
4. Nashville, TN (4 HBCUs in Nashville – 7 overall in TN)
Nationwide Ranking: #7 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: Real Estate, IT Services and IT Consulting, Technology and Information, Food and Beverage Services, Medical Practices
5. San Diego, CA – (4 HSIs – 109 overall in CA)
Nationwide Ranking: #8 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: Technology and Information, Research Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Military and International Affairs
6. Chicago, IL (1 HBCU & 9 HSIs)
Nationwide Ranking: #16 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Technology and Information, Real Estate, Food and Beverage Services, Advertising Services
7. Dallas, TX (4 HBCUs – 10 overall in TX & 1 HSI)
Nationwide Ranking: #18 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Real Estate, Technology and Information, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Insurance
8. Atlanta, GA (6 HBCUs – 10 overall in GA)
Nationwide Ranking: #24 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Real Estate, Technology and Information, Food and Beverage Services, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
9. Houston, TX (2 HBCUs – 10 overall in TX & 8 HSIs)
Nationwide Ranking: #25 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: Real Estate, Oil and Gas, IT Services and IT Consulting, Technology and Information, Medical Practices
10. Orlando, FL (4 HSIs – 10 overall in FL & 4 HBCUs in FL)
Nationwide Ranking: #26 fastest growing location for entry-level jobs nationwide
Top Industries: Real Estate, Technology and Information, IT Services and IT Consulting, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitality
