The survey addressed a total of 7,608 first-year bachelor's and long-term master's students who entered MU in 2021. A total of 4,674 respondents completed the questionnaire, which represents a return rate of 61%. Applications to MU: MU FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS 17% of students applied to only 1 university in the admission procedure, i.e. to MU. For 3/4 of those with multiple applications, studying at MU was a first choice. Those who did not have their current degree programme as a priority most often preferred other studies at MU. 31 % 1 application 17% 3 and more applications 59%  2 applications 24% What entrance exams they took to MU: 8% 20% 18% 25% 62%Learning Potential Test Field-specific tests Scio tests Recognised school grades Recognition of competitions or internshipsThe main entrance exams were conducted online: 1/10 of freshmen said they faced complications during the admissions The most common reasons to study at university: Statements with the highest percentage of agreement (the sum of "definitely yes" + "rather yes") To deepen my knowledge in the field that interests me (97%)  To become independent and expand my horizons (89%) To develop my education, knowledge and abilities (96%) To get better possibilities of future career (95%) 13% of freshmen report the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their choice of studies www.strategie.rect.muni.czstrategie@rect.muni.czMade by: Strategy Office of Masaryk University Rector's Office Student apartment 47%Dormitories 18% With parents 11% Commuting 18% Living in Brno: Private apartment Other 5% 3% Responsible university: 92% consider it important for the university to take a proactive approach to sustainable development Sustainable operations                91% Support of volunteering            88% Raising awareness                    88% Thematic research                 82% Involment in activities       76% Via the curriculum      62% How should the university contribute to solving the challenges of sustainable development? 62% are worried that remote learning will make their education insufficient fear loneliness and loss of social contacts caused by remote learning Attitude to remote learning: