Survey Reports

1 in 3 College Students Report Witnessing More Discrimination Against Marginalized Groups This Year

1 in 3 College Students Report Witnessing More Discrimination Against Marginalized Groups This Year

Amid DEI office closures, more students — and an even higher percentage of Black students — report witnessing more discrimination against marginalized groups this year.

Jane Nam November 6, 2024
1 in 4 Students Faced Challenges Staying Enrolled Due to FAFSA Delays, Survey Finds

1 in 4 Students Faced Challenges Staying Enrolled Due to FAFSA Delays, Survey Finds

In a recent survey, another 34% of students report that FAFSA rollout delays affected their ability to file the application.

Matthew Arrojas October 25, 2024
More Than 1 in 3 Students Are Involved With Campus Protests This Fall

More Than 1 in 3 Students Are Involved With Campus Protests This Fall

While nearly half of students (47%) believe protests disrupt learning, many also say they create effective change on and off campus.

Jessica Bryant October 21, 2024
Over 3 in 5 College Student Voters Say a Presidential Candidate’s Vibe Matters

Over 3 in 5 College Student Voters Say a Presidential Candidate’s Vibe Matters

More than 60% of students also say they are more energized politically now than they were two months ago.

Jessica Bryant October 9, 2024
College Student Voters Favor Harris to Trump, 52% vs. 39%

College Student Voters Favor Harris to Trump, 52% vs. 39%

In a new BestColleges survey, over half of students also say the VP cares about issues facing their generation, versus 39% saying the same about Trump.

Jane Nam October 7, 2024
Less Than Half of Students Feel Comfortable Expressing Political Opinions on Campus

Less Than Half of Students Feel Comfortable Expressing Political Opinions on Campus

Only 44% of surveyed students say they feel comfortable expressing their opinions on their campus without fear of negative consequences.

Lyss Welding June 7, 2024
Key Insights From Three Years of Student Surveys

Key Insights From Three Years of Student Surveys

Discover the latest trends in mental health, diversity, and AI on college campuses over the last few years.

Jessica Bryant June 3, 2024
The Majority of College Students Worry About AI’s Impacts on the Workforce: Survey

The Majority of College Students Worry About AI’s Impacts on the Workforce: Survey

New survey data shows that 27% of college students cite the rise of AI as a reason they reconsider their major. Discover more findings in our report.

Jane Nam May 9, 2024
More Than Half of College Students Experience Doubt About Their Choice of Major

More Than Half of College Students Experience Doubt About Their Choice of Major

Salary, job prospects, and student loan debt are students’ top reported reasons for doubting their field of study. Learn more in our survey report.

Lyss Welding May 9, 2024