OpenAI Launches College Planning Tools in ChatGPT for Teens
OpenAI has introduced a new feature called College Planner within its ChatGPT for Teens mode, designed to assist high school students with the college application process. The tool consolidates deadlines, requirements, and financial aid steps into one centralized plan, enabling users to track their progress and ask questions directly through the AI interface. The update is part of broader enhancements aimed at supporting student learning, including multi-photo uploads for iOS users and flashcard generation from notes. OpenAI plans to roll out these features in the U.S., targeting students in grades 10–12 applying to four-year colleges. The announcement comes amid criticism from Common Sense Media, which labeled ChatGPT an “unacceptable risk” due to concerns about academic integrity. OpenAI claims that teens spend on average under 15 minutes per day using the tool and emphasized its focus on safety features like break reminders.
Topics: ChatGPT for Teens college planning tools education technology OpenAI