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6 in 10 College Students Feel Uncomfortable Flying

September 24th, 2020

Six months into the COVID-19 pandemic that grounded planes across the globe, most college students are still wary of flying. But students’ views on traveling in the midst of a pandemic differ considerably by gender and geography.

College Students Think Remote Work is Here to Stay

September 24th, 2020

Many Americans’ jobs became remote virtually overnight, and today’s college students don’t expect the corporate world to fully return to the way it was before COVID-19. Students largely see the future of work as a mix of remote and in-person work after they graduate.

Why One-Quarter of College Students aren’t Interested in Virtual Recruiting Events

September 17th, 2020

Many college students have transitioned to online classes this year, but virtual career fairs and other recruiting events can still feel awkward and unfamiliar.

9 in 10 College Students Say Personal Values Guide Where They Shop

September 10th, 2020

College students value their personal and political beliefs, but how likely are they to vote with their dollar?

Male College Students are More Likely to Believe President Trump will be Reelected in November

September 4th, 2020

In the most recent round of survey results released on September 3, the Chegg/College Pulse Student Election Tracker shows that 48% of males believe Donald Trump will be reelected in November.

Three-Quarters of College Students are Interested in Virtual Career Fairs

September 2nd, 2020

Although on-campus recruiting events came to a grinding halt when the coronavirus entered the scene, college students are open to participating in virtual recruiting events this fall.

Three-Quarters of College Students Worry About Juggling School and Internships During the Pandemic

August 27th, 2020

The fall semester looks very different this year, and many college students worry about trying to juggle school and work during a global pandemic.

College Students are Willing to Live in Large Cities Despite the Pandemic

August 19th, 2020

Although the coronavirus pandemic has made city living more difficult for many, students across lines of race and gender are still willing to move to a densely populated area for work.

Only One-Third of College Students Feel Comfortable Living in a Dorm This Fall

August 6th, 2020

As colleges and universities grapple with how to safely reopen campuses this month, most students are not ready to return to normal.

College Students Prioritize a Set Schedule While Working From Home

August 6th, 2020

Facing the prospect of starting an internship or full-time job from home, college students are concerned about staying engaged and motivated while working remotely. A new survey of 2,000 undergraduates finds that more than two-thirds (69%) say they would be concerned about staying motivated while working from home if they were starting a job or […]

1 in 6 College Students Have Received Unemployment Benefits During the Pandemic

July 29th, 2020

The economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic has impacted both students’ and parents’ incomes, leaving students worried about how to pay for their education.