Growing Number of Students Factor State Politics into College Choice, Poll Reveals

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Published: 2026-10-13
Category: education
Source: Inside Higher Ed / Higher Ed Dive

A new poll by the Art & Science Group indicates that political considerations are increasingly influencing students' college decisions. More than a third (34%) of surveyed students reported ruling out a school solely based on the political climate of its state, a significant increase from previous years. This trend is shaping early-stage college consideration and application processes.

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