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2. More scientists and engineers graduating than career openings

There are substantially more scientists and engineers graduating from U.S. universities that can find attractive career openings in the U.S. workforce. Indeed science and engineering careers in the U.S. appear to be relatively unattractive--- relative that is to alternative professional career paths available to students with strong capabilities in science and math.

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2. More scientists and engineers graduating than career openings
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2. Insufficient new science and engineering graduates for employers
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1. No evidence of shortages of scientists or engineers
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3. More K-12 students studying science & math – and performing better
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4. Freshmen still plan to complete majors in science and engineering
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5. Few postdocs have realistic prospects of a regular faculty position
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6. Rapid rises in federal funding may further destabilze career paths
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