US college students want crypto education but rely on social media for learning
Students push for crypto courses in US colleges
Most US college students want their schools to teach cryptocurrency and blockchain, but few have access to formal courses. Instead, they rely on social media for learning, according to a survey by crypto exchange OKX.
The survey found that 90% of students and 87% of parents support including crypto and blockchain education in college. About 27% of students and 32% of parents believe these courses should be mandatory.
Demand outpaces available courses
A separate review of 533 US universities with accredited business schools showed that only 28% offered blockchain courses. This gap means students are turning to less formal sources for information.
Where students and parents learn about crypto
- 33% of students say social media or influencers are their main source of crypto information.
- Only 7% of students learn from schools, teachers, or professors.
- 21% of parents rely on crypto platforms and apps for information.
How the survey was conducted
OKX surveyed 500 students and 500 parents using Pollfish, an online survey platform. The respondents were not OKX customers, and the survey did not disclose details like margin of error or whether respondents owned crypto.
What is confirmed
- 90% of students and 87% of parents support crypto and blockchain education in colleges.
- 28% of accredited US business schools offer blockchain courses.
- Social media is the top source of crypto information for students.
What is still unclear
- The survey did not reveal the margin of error or how respondents were weighted.
- It is unknown how many students or parents own cryptocurrency.
Why this matters for crypto education
The survey highlights a growing interest in crypto education among students, but the lack of formal courses means many are learning from unregulated sources like social media. This could lead to misinformation or incomplete understanding of crypto and blockchain technology.
