AI in Higher Ed: 95% Use, Mixed Feelings, & Job Market Shift

0:00On March 12, a new survey from the Higher Education Policy Institute shows that 95% of undergraduates now use AI tools by Chad GPT for their assessments. The poll questioned 1,000 students and highlights how quickly these tools have become standard in higher education. Usage is rising fast, with 12% admitting they submit AI-generated text up from 3% in 2024 and 8% in 2025. Meanwhile, 65% say AI has dramatically changed how universities handle assessments. Students have mixed feelings about it. Almost half report a better overall experience, but 16% feel it's made things worse, calling it a crutch that fosters laziness and less. Critical thinking, 42% hold back out of worry about cheating accusations. Experts warn against outsourcing learning to AI and push universities to offer training, clear guidelines, and staff support. Many professors still struggle to spot AI work, and institutions from groups like universities UK are stepping up with policies to promote responsible.

1:06Use, as AI shapes the future jar market, the focus shifts to building student skills so it boosts learning rather than shortcuts it, ensuring graduates thrive in this new landscape.