September 16th, 2019
More than 1 in 10 (12%) college students say they sometimes or often go an entire day without eating because they cannot afford it. Skipping individual meals is more common. About one-third (33%) of students report that they skip an individual meal at least sometimes because they cannot afford to eat. A majority of students […]
September 11th, 2019
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) currently prohibits college athletes from receiving compensation for their athletic talent and contributions — other than scholarships — in order to maintain their amateur status. But members of Congress and lawmakers in at least four states are trying to change that. A new survey of 2,500 undergraduates finds that […]
September 5th, 2019
Tuition hikes across the country are not the only source of financial stress for college students and their families. Even after tuition is paid, the cost of classroom and dorm essentials can stack up. A new survey of 1,500 undergraduates found that the average student spent $305 back-to-school shopping this year. Six in 10 (62%) […]
August 28th, 2019
76% of students believe gun laws should be more strict than they are today. 6 in 10 (61%) students worry that a mass shooting could happen at their school. College students overwhelmingly favor universal background checks (93%), extending the background check review period (84%), and banning assault-style weapons (68%). Following three mass shootings in a […]
August 22nd, 2019
Where young adults choose to get their news not only shapes their worldview, but could also influence how the media industry continues to evolve. A new survey of 1,500 undergraduates found that digital-first news sites have not beat out legacy news organizations in the battle for young people’s attention. The New York Times and NPR […]
August 12th, 2019
The trend of young adults flying to Bali, laptops in tow, is here to stay. Young workers are demanding more flexibility from their employers, including where they can work. A survey of 22,970 undergraduates found that an overwhelming majority of students want the ability to work remotely. Nearly three-quarters (72%) of students say they would […]
July 29th, 2019
As college students prepare to enter the workforce in a post-#MeToo world, company culture could become a bigger factor in deciding what jobs they accept. A new survey of 15,010 undergraduates found that a majority of female students worry about encountering sexual harassment in the workplace after graduation. Nearly 6 in 10 (58%) female students […]
July 17th, 2019
Students say California has the best quality of life, but New York City is the most popular destination. 45% of Hispanic students and 40% of Asian students want to move west vs. 29% of white students and 23% of black students. After graduation, more students would prefer to live in a suburb of a big […]
July 11th, 2019
President Trump has claimed his Democratic 2020 rivals are socialists, despite the fact that Bernie Sanders is the only self-described democratic socialist. As the leftist political theory continues to come up in the presidential race, voters’ views of socialism could play a significant role in determining who occupies the White House. But college students’ opinions […]
July 3rd, 2019
Today’s college students grew up carrying tiny computers in their pockets and sharing snapshots of their lives on social media. But as eager as they are to share personal information, it turns out that they don’t have much faith that tech giants will keep their data safe. A new survey of 7,540 undergraduates found that […]
June 28th, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s support surges, rising to second place with support from 23 percent of college students, trailing only Sen. Bernie Sanders with 28 percent Former Vice President Joe Biden has seen his support plummet among Democratic college students following the first Democratic debate. Only eight percent of Democratic students now support his candidacy, down […]
June 20th, 2019
Two-thirds (66%) of students say personal behavior should be an important part of the admissions decision. Black students are significantly more likely than other students to say racist comments warrant rescinding admission (83% of black students vs. 66% of white students). Nine in 10 (89%) students overall say prospective students should have the chance to […]
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