Blog: Higher Education Marketing

Survey of the Higher Ed Landscape 2021

BY: Mari Breedlove October 12, 2021

EducationDynamics explores the economic, social, and psychological factors impacting higher education enrollment and student behavior. Read More

Community College Students: A Data-Driven Look at Enrollment

BY: Mari Breedlove October 4, 2021

Between the pandemic’s ongoing disruption of higher ed and the increased exposure that has resulted from a first lady who is a community college professor, colleges have been given a unique advantage as of late. ... Read More

Nielsen Loses MRC Accreditation: Does This Impact Higher Ed Marketing?

BY: Lora Polich September 28, 2021

If you have been keeping an eye on higher ed marketing, Nielsen’s recent loss of accreditation might feel a bit unsettling. For decades, Nielsen has been synonymous with TV ratings and is undoubtedly the brand ... Read More

How Are Colleges Preparing for the Fall? A Look At Strategies

BY: Emma Rose August 19, 2021

There are almost 4,000 degree-granting institutions in the United States and it seems like every one of them has a unique strategy for the fall 2021 semester. To get a clearer sense of how colleges are preparing for the fall, we sifted through hundreds of news stories and temporary school policies. Here’s what we discovered. Read More

How Marketing Messages Can Promote Competency-Based Education

BY: Emma Rose August 18, 2021

Competency-based education is growing in popularity, again. Many institutions are looking at competency-based education with renewed interest. The right messaging can help attract students to these new and evolving programs. Read More

How to Get Creative With Awareness Marketing in Higher Ed

BY: Lora Polich July 21, 2021

Over-the-top and streaming marketing channels are a powerful way to reach potential students. About 72% of U.S. households were reachable through these channels by the end of 2020. That's why higher ed marketers are getting creative to maximize engagement on OTT and streaming platforms. The best part is, you don’t need new creative assets. You just need the right invitation to engage. Read More

Can TikTok and Snapchat Support Your Higher Ed Marketing Strategy?

BY: Brian Hansen June 21, 2021

If you start a conversation about social media marketing for higher ed, one question is bound to come up sooner or later: Should we be on TikTok and Snapchat? Read More

More Students are Searching for Online Programs

BY: Sarah Russell May 25, 2021

Last year, 2020, marked obvious changes in the education landscape unlike anything the industry has seen. Students were uncertain about the near future of their education and sudden shifts to accommodate these changes had to be made. Correspondingly, the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic created a surge in searches for online education opportunities. Read More

Google’s Algorithm Update for 2021, Improving Page Experience

BY: Sarah Russell May 20, 2021

You’ve heard the buzz about Google’s Algorithm update for 2021. Now you’re wondering how it will impact organic performance for your web pages and landing pages. Like many of Google’s major algorithm updates over the last few years, this one focuses on speed and usability. Read More

How to Use Social Media to Improve Student Success

BY: Brian Hansen May 7, 2021

You might think of your social media platforms as a tool to attract potential students. But they’re also an effective way to engage existing students so they’re more likely to persist. You can share announcements, highlight student services, and build community around shared values. Most importantly, social media platforms are an effective way to hear and respond to student questions and concerns. Read More

The Impact of iOS 14 and Facebook Advertising

BY: Sarah Russell April 22, 2021

Apple announced a new policy update as part of iOS 14 expected to take full effect in January 2021, changing the way Facebook advertising operates. Read More

How Data Can Enhance Retention for Higher Ed

BY: Nicole Hagel April 8, 2021

If you’re looking for ways to improve student retention, data is a powerful place to start. Data can help you establish an effective communication strategy that keeps students engaged. With data, you can proactively reach out to students who might be at risk of stopping out. Linking different data streams can help you customize your approach to help every student feel supported. Read More

OTT Advertising Continues to Engage Potential Students

BY: Lora Polich February 22, 2021

If you want to reach students in the U.S., putting your message on television is a smart idea. But don’t start writing checks to your local broadcast station just yet. Mobile and streaming options, collectively known as OTT or Connected TV, are redefining television. Read More

Google’s Updates to Phrase Match and Broad Match Modifier

BY: Anamarie Tarantino February 8, 2021

This week, Google announced their plan to phase out support for broad match modifier keywords, and phrase match keywords to expand to cover additional broad match modifier traffic. Read More

EducationDynamics Acquires Higher Education Portal CLASSESUSA

BY: Eric McGee November 24, 2020

EducationDynamics, a leader in higher education marketing and enrollment management services, today announced the acquisition of higher education portal ClassesUSA from Los Angeles-based Core Digital Media. Read More