The document discusses findings from a 2013 survey of over 4,000 high school students regarding their use of social media, particularly in researching and selecting colleges. Some key findings include:
- 70% of students access social media on mobile devices, and 87% of those students access school websites on mobile as well. Instagram and Pinterest saw a 50% increase in usage from 2012.
- 72% of students used social media to research colleges, and 33% found it to be influential in their college search process.
- Over three-quarters of students think colleges should have a social media presence to connect with prospective students.