Research in Higher Education

Through our Thought Leadership Galleries and Annual Educational Trends Reports we strive to engage these topics in an original way, blending proprietary research, op-ed content, expert panels, and resource collections.

Higher education is changing at a rapid pace. At BestColleges, we help you make sense of the latest trends through our propriety research, data analysis, and expert insights. Our Trends Reports, Survey Reports, and Data Reports explore the most pressing issues to you, such as online learning, student demographics, and the rising cost of college.

Featured Research

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November 18, 2022
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December 23, 2022

Trends Reports

Career Planning and Job Search Trends

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College Student Mental Health Report

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Alternative Education Pathways Report

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Bootcamp Trends Report

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Trends in College Career and Employment Planning

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Survey Reports

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Future of Work and Learning: The Big Blur

December 8, 2022
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Job Interviews Are the Biggest Challenge for Young Job Seekers

December 6, 2022
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40% of Likely Student Voters Say Climate Change Motivates Them in Midterms

October 26, 2022
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Gen Z Students Say Abortion, Gun Policy Are Top Election Issues

October 26, 2022
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Lower Trust Among Women, LGBTQ+ Students Entering Midterms

October 25, 2022
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Students Divided on Affirmative Action but Support College Diversity

October 19, 2022
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Data Reports

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How Do Most People Pay for College?

January 5, 2023
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Average ACT Score

December 22, 2022
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Student Financial Aid Facts and Statistics

February 8, 2023
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Who Receives Pell Grants? Full Statistics

December 19, 2022
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Maximum Pell Grant Amount

December 16, 2022
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Alcohol Use in College: Facts and Statistics

February 23, 2023
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All Research

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How Long Does It Take to Pay Off Student Loans?
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August 26, 2022
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Average Student Loan Payment
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August 26, 2022
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Student Loan Debt by State
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August 25, 2022
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Student Loan Debt by Year
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August 12, 2022
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64% of Current Students Desire to Work in a State With Legal Abortion Access
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August 11, 2022
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39% of Prospective Undergrads Say Roe v. Wade Ruling Impacts College Decision
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August 4, 2022
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Student Loan Debt by Race
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August 3, 2022
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College Cost Per Credit Hour
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August 2, 2022
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29% of College Students Say COVID-19 Canceled Their Study Abroad Plans
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July 28, 2022

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