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  • Parents Express Uncertainty Over College Future as Nearly All Agree Supplemental Education is Key to Post-High School Success

    New Survey Shows Nearly Half of Students Have Altered Their Postsecondary Plans; Families Grapple with Evolving College Admissions Landscape


    ORADELL, N.J., May 22, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    A new nationwide survey by Huntington Learning Center and conducted by YouGov reveals growing parental uncertainty about the future of higher education for their children, with major shifts underway in how families approach postsecondary planning.

    The majority of parents surveyed (70%) agree that supplemental learning programs are important in ensuring any child’s academic success.This sentiment comes amid continued fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and evolving college admissions requirements that are reshaping the traditional path to higher education.

    “Families are navigating a postsecondary landscape that looks very different than it did just a few years ago,” said Anne Huntington Sharma, President and Board Member of Huntington Learning Center. “Even when testing policies don’t directly impact them, many parents are seeking extra support to help their children stay competitive, confident, and prepared-and that’s where high-quality supplemental learning becomes essential.”

    Key findings from the survey of 843 U.S. parents with children ages 10 to 18 include:

    • 79% of parents agree that supplemental learning (such as tutoring) is essential for preparing students for the college admissions process.

    • 29% report that their child changed which schools they applied to

    • 43% believe supplemental learning (such as tutoring) would improve their child’s study habits

    • 45% believe supplemental learning (such as tutoring) would improve their child’s confidence

    The findings underscore how the pandemic-era disruptions have extended far beyond K-12 learning, reshaping not only how students learn but also how they plan for the future.

    In response to these trends, Huntington Learning Center has continued to evolve its offerings, providing families with academic coaching, college prep, and test readiness resources that go beyond the classroom.

    “Our goal is to make sure every student-no matter their learning style or where they are in their academic journey-has access to the support they need to pursue the future they want,” Huntington Sharma added.

    To learn more about how Huntington Learning Center is helping students prepare for academic success beyond high school-and what families need to know about navigating today’s admissions landscape-register for our upcoming webinar: Future-Ready: How Parents Can Support College-Bound Students in 2025 and Beyond

    The free, live webinar will take place on Tue, May 27, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT, and will include expert insights, data-backed guidance, and actionable steps for parents and students.

    About Huntington Learning Center

    Huntington Learning Center is the nation’s leading tutoring and test prep provider. We offer customized programs in person, online, and hybrid options. Our certified teachers provide individualized instruction in phonics, reading, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. We prep for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington’s programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Huntington is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.HuntingtonHelps.com

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    *All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 843 adults with children from ages 10 to 18 yrs. Fieldwork was undertaken between 3rd – 12th March 2025. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighed and are representative of all US parents with children from ages 10 to 18 yrs (aged 26+)

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  • Over One-Third of Parents Have Enrolled Their Students in Supplemental Learning Programs; Over Half Name the Pandemic as a Disruptor

    New Nationwide Survey Reveals Middle Schoolers Most Likely to Seek Extra Learning Resources to Close Foundational Skills Gaps and Build Confidence


    ORADELL, N.J., April 17, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    More than half of parents (57%) agree that the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on their child’s education and/or academic success, and more than a third (35%) now have their child enrolled in a supplemental learning program, according to a new nationwide survey* of parents of children ages 10-18 conducted by Huntington Learning Center and YouGov. The percentage of students receiving supplemental academic support is particularly high among middle schoolers: 41% among parents of 12-year-olds, 42% of 13-year-olds, and 46% of 14-year-olds.

    While parents identified several academic areas where they would expect to see improvement in their children from a supplemental learning program, such as GPA (37%) and specific skills like reading comprehension and writing (37%), the top potential improvement cited was increasing their child’s confidence (45%). Improving study habits (43%) might also lead parents to turn to supplemental programs.

    “Not only have children experienced academic setbacks, but their confidence in their abilities has taken a significant hit,” said Anne Huntington Sharma, President and Board Member of Huntington Learning Center. “Families are seeking support beyond the classroom, and this survey confirms that the demand for accessible, personalized academic help is greater than ever.”

    These results also reflect a deeper, more concerning trend: Students currently in middle school are seeking help at the highest rates. Today’s 12, 13 and 14 year olds were in the earliest, most foundational years of their education when COVID-19 shutdowns began. In other words, students who were 7-9 years old, typically in first through third grades, five years ago, may be further behind than other age groups. These are the years when critical reading and writing skills are developed, and according to parents surveyed, many students are still struggling to catch up.

    To help address these challenges, Huntington Learning Center has expanded its partnerships with school districts and public entities nationwide. In the 2023-24 school year alone, Huntington operated 124 programs funded by state and federal sources across 17 states (with 4 more in progress), serving more than 7,500 students through over 300,000 hours of instruction.

    To learn more about how Huntington Learning Center is helping students bridge learning gaps, visit huntingtonhelps.com

    About Huntington Learning Center

    Huntington Learning Center is the nation’s leading tutoring and test prep provider. We offer customized programs in person, online, and hybrid options. Our certified teachers provide individualized instruction in phonics, reading, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. We prep for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington’s programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Huntington is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.HuntingtonHelps.com

    *All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. The total sample size was 843 adults with children from ages 10 to 18 years. Fieldwork was undertaken between the 3rd and 12th of March 2025. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all US parents with children from ages 10 to 18 years (aged 18+).

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    Huntington Learning Center
    hlc@mbpconsultants.com

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