Learners are transforming their careers—through skills and credentials
91% achieved a positive career outcome
Learners reported new career opportunities and expanded knowledge after completing their course or program. Nearly half (46%) reported a salary increase since enrollment.
95% reported a personal benefit
Learners gained a sense of accomplishment and felt that they now have more career-growth opportunities. Nearly all (96%) said learning on Coursera increased their confidence.
84% improved or developed technical skills
Learners built crucial technical skills required to succeed in their respective industries. Nearly 9 in 10 strengthened their soft skills, especially critical thinking and problem solving.
Making world-class learning available to anyone, anywhere
The 2025 Learner Outcomes Report, created in collaboration with The Harris Poll, demonstrates that Coursera and its 350+ university and industry partners are expanding educational opportunity. Learners find Coursera’s self-paced study, anytime access, and AI-powered features critical to their success.
- 94% who live in emerging economies achieved at least one positive career outcome; 97% also reported a personal benefit
- 70% said that Coursera provided access to learning opportunities they wouldn’t have had otherwise
- 94% of Coursera Coach users said it improved their learning experience
- 85% of machine-translation users reported benefits to learning in their preferred language