Document contains a comprehensive, detailed presentation of a compiled, national survey eliciting information regarding the past experiences and future plans of high school seniors. A survey was conducted by student questionnaire which ascertained student attitudes, opinions and plans for the future. A comprehensive analyses of students was also made by test results, sex, high school curriculum, ethnic category, and father's education. The survey was conducted during the spring of 1972. Participants included over 1,000 public and private schools and almost 18,000 seniors. Follow up information was gathered from these same students in the fall of 1973 and 1974. The final results of the study will supply educators with facts, patterns and trends regarding high school seniors which can also aid in improving the educational system in making it more responsive to student's needs. The appendix contains relevant portions of the survey forms used. (DEP)