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Facebook, the popular online social networking site, continues to expand its influence over the college population. Here is a look at how many students are turning to Facebook to socialize online:

Average time in minutes Facebook members spend on Facebook daily: 16

Percent of students in supported colleges registered on Facebook: 85

Percent of Facebook members that log in daily: 60

Percent of Facebook members that log in at least once a week: 85

Percent of Facebook members that log in at least once a month: 93

Number of supported colleges: 2500

Number of Facebook members: 9.5 million

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