Survey Reports

Just One-Third of Students Say College Is Worth the Cost

Just One-Third of Students Say College Is Worth the Cost

One in four current college students calls the value of a college degree or Discover more survey findings in our report.

Lyss Welding May 6, 2024
Two-Thirds of College Students Disapprove of the Economy

Two-Thirds of College Students Disapprove of the Economy

Survey finds that 66% of students also believe it takes multiple incomes to make a good living. Read more findings in our report.

Lyss Welding May 2, 2024
Nearly 1 in 3 College Students Have Experienced Free Speech Limitations on Campus

Nearly 1 in 3 College Students Have Experienced Free Speech Limitations on Campus

About 1 in 5 students (19%) believe colleges should take a public stance on foreign wars and conflicts.

Jessica Bryant April 26, 2024
Work-Life Balance Tops List of College Student Priorities in Job Search: Survey

Work-Life Balance Tops List of College Student Priorities in Job Search: Survey

In a new BestColleges survey, 76% of students say work-life balance is a top priority in their job search compared to 60% who prioritize salary.

Jane Nam April 19, 2024
35% of College Students Favor Trump, 33% Biden, Ahead of Election

35% of College Students Favor Trump, 33% Biden, Ahead of Election

Regardless of their current voting plans, 43% of eligible students still say they would consider voting for a third-party candidate.

Jessica Bryant April 15, 2024
56% of College Students Have Used AI on Assignments or Exams

56% of College Students Have Used AI on Assignments or Exams

Over half of students BestColleges surveyed (54%) say that the use of AI tools on college coursework counts as cheating or plagiarism. Find more survey data in our report.

Jane Nam November 21, 2023
3 in 5 College Students Say Inflation Has Impacted Their Mental Health: Survey

3 in 5 College Students Say Inflation Has Impacted Their Mental Health: Survey

More than half of students BestColleges surveyed also say inflation has impacted their educational decisions, such as their choice of major.

Matthew Arrojas November 16, 2023
Most College Students Say Using AI Tools on Job Applications Gives an Unfair Advantage

Most College Students Say Using AI Tools on Job Applications Gives an Unfair Advantage

Just 38% of students trust employers to use AI to process job applications. Explore survey findings in our report.

Lyss Welding November 16, 2023
6 in 10 Students Say Use of AI Tools in College Diminishes Value of Degree

6 in 10 Students Say Use of AI Tools in College Diminishes Value of Degree

In a new BestColleges survey, the majority of students (55%) also say the use of AI tools in the workforce would diminish the value of earning a college degree.

Jessica Bryant November 9, 2023