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Abstract This tracer study assessed the employability outcomes of Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM) graduates of Pampanga State University from 2021 to 2023. A descriptive quantitative design was employed, with 458 graduates (60.03% of the total 763 graduates) responding through an online survey. Statistical tools such as frequency counts, percentages, means, and standard deviations were used. Results revealed that 70.31% of graduates were employed, 12.88% were underemployed, 5.02% were self-employed, and 11.79% remained unemployed. Most were employed locally (77.07%), while 11.14% worked abroad. The majority held rank-and-file positions (67.25%), though 9.17% attained supervisory roles and 6.77% reached managerial positions. Income distribution showed that 27.07% earned ₱25,000 and above, while 23.80% earned between ₱20,000–₱24,999. Nearly half (46.07%) secured their first job immediately after graduation. The most common difficulties reported were limited job vacancies (55.02%) and inadequate experience (31.44%). Graduates rated their school-acquired knowledge as very highly useful (52.88%), and very highly developed (47.60%). Applicability of skills was rated to a great extent across all domains, with human relation skills (M = 4.54, SD = 0.69) and technical skills (M = 4.51, SD = 0.74) ranking highest. These findings affirm that the BSHM program effectively prepared students for the labor market, while highlighting the need for stronger industry linkages and curricular enhancement. Keywords: Tracer Study; Employability; Hospitality Management; Graduate Profile; Skills Applicability; Pampanga State University