College applicants avoid entire states because of their politics
“For a student to say, ‘I’m willing to rule out a state, a school in a state,’ before they even decide where to apply, that’s a strong indication of how important these issues are to young people,” said Nanci Tessier, principal at Art & Science Group.
1 In 4 Students Rule Out Colleges Based On State Politics Or Policies
That’s one of the main findings from a new survey released by the Art & Science Group, a higher-education consulting firm. The percentage of students saying they ruled out a college based on the political leanings of a state increased slightly from a similar survey conducted by the group last year, which found 24% of students indicating their college choice would be affected by such factors.
28% of college-bound students rule out schools based on state politics: new survey
Art & Science Group, which conducted the surveys, found that 28% dismiss schools based on state politics. And two-thirds of those students do so right out of the gate. “That's somewhat alarming, because obviously the colleges and universities don't have a choice,” said Craig Goebel, a principal at Art & Science Group.
1 in 4 Students Nixes a College Based on State Politics, Survey Shows
As the presidential election approaches in a politically polarized nation, students are more intensely considering a state’s political leanings or local policies when they decide which college to attend, according to the results of a new studentPOLL by the Art & Science Group.
Tulane Rises in Academic, Party, Free Speech Rankings
The Tulane Hullabaloo references Art & Science Group’s studentPOLL, published in September 2024 on the impact of rankings on college choice, related to Tulane's place in the recent U.S. News Best College rankings.
The U.S. News College Rankings Are Out. Cue the Rage and Obsession
The New York Times references Art & Science Group’s studentPOLL, published in September 2024, while discussing the impact of rankings on high school seniors’ college decisions.
College Uncovered: Un-Welcome to College
David Strauss is featured in a new episode of the College Uncovered podcast from GBHNews + The Hechinger Report. This special election year season aims to help listeners navigate the politics of American colleges and universities.
New Report Shows College Rankings Are Losing Influence
Recent high school seniors who initially intended to attend a four-year college this fall but decided against it did not simply abandon their educational pursuits.
When students’ four-year college plans change
Recent high school seniors who initially intended to attend a four-year college this fall but decided against it did not simply abandon their educational pursuits.