Axios and Generation Lab, conducted the survey in mid-October 2023 and polled 978 college students from around the US. Generation Lab is a research organization that studies trends and behaviors among young people. The student respondents answered questions about their current relationship status, dating history, opinions on hookup culture, and use of online dating platforms.
The survey found that a majority of college students are not on dating apps. 79% of respondents told Axios and Generation Lab that they do not use dating apps or use them less than once a month. The most commonly used dating app for students is Tinder, with 12% of college students using it at least once a month. Bumble and Hinge were in second place, with 8% of students using one of the apps at least monthly.
…Students might be forgoing hookups in favor of more serious relationships. Fifty-five percent of students surveyed said they have a significant other. It’s possible that students might just prefer to meet potential partners the old-fashioned way, as over half of those surveyed by Axios said they’ve met their current or previous significant other in person.
It’s possible that college students could have an easier time meeting a significant other in person since they are surrounded by peers. Dating apps might not be an attractive option until after the young adults graduate.
Read more:
Tenore, H. (2023, November 6). Heck no to hookups: Why college students are staying away from dating apps. Business Insider. https://www.businessinsider.com/college-students-reject-dating-apps-hookups-tinder-bumble-hinge-2023-11