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Cost of living and AI influence major shifts in student college enrollment and major choices

A recent EAB survey of over 9,500 graduates indicates a significant shift in post-graduation plans. The rising cost of living is now cited by 67% of students who forgo college enrollment, a notable increase from previous years. Furthermore, approximately 10% of students who did enroll have already changed their majors, with AI being a primary factor influencing these decisions. AI

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IMPACT AI's influence on higher education choices is growing, potentially reshaping future workforce skills and career paths.

RANK_REASON Survey results detailing student major changes due to AI.

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    New EAB survey of 9,516 graduates: 67% of students who didn't enroll in college blamed cost of living (up from 51%). More are heading straight to work instead o

    New EAB survey of 9,516 graduates: 67% of students who didn't enroll in college blamed cost of living (up from 51%). More are heading straight to work instead of taking a gap year. And among those who did enroll, ~10% have already changed majors because of AI. # AI # highered htt…