Public trust in higher education has been declining, but a recent student survey shows that many students still trust their institutions. Approximately 62 percent of students report somewhat or very high trust, with community college students showing even higher confidence levels. However, a notable portion of students feel their trust has decreased since starting college, often citing affordability issues. Differences in trust levels are seen across age and racial lines, with older students and Black and Hispanic students demonstrating higher trust rates compared to younger and white students. Rebuilding trust with students is crucial for colleges.
Nearly two in three students (62 percent) express somewhat or very high trust in their institution. Just 11 percent express somewhat or very low trust. The rest are neutral.
A significant share of students report that their trust in higher education has actually declined since they started college, indicating concerns about affordability and long-term value.
Students 25 and older are more likely to express very high trust (29 percent) compared to their 18- to 24-year-old peers (14 percent), suggesting age-related trust differences.
Community college respondents indicate a very high trust rate of 24 percent, compared to 14 percent among four-year college students, displaying a notable difference in institutional confidence.
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