Blog: student retention

Survey of the Higher Ed Landscape 2022

BY: Steven Fischer October 17, 2022

The 2022 Survey of the Higher Education Landscape report provides an in-depth analysis of the economic and demographic headwinds that are pushing institutions to rethink their approach to attracting prospective students. Read More

Phone-based Contact Getting Sent To Voicemail?

BY: Travis Coufal October 4, 2022

Phone calls are an effective way to contact potential students, but actually reaching students may be getting harder. Here’s why. Read More

The Some College, No Degree Market Is Growing

BY: Emma Rose September 27, 2022

The number of people with some college, no degree is growing. Here’s what colleges and universities need to know to support returning adult students. Read More

Strengthen Your Student Success Coaching Program

BY: Emma Rose August 29, 2022

Whether you are implementing a student success team for the first time or looking to strengthen your existing processes, here are some key considerations that will improve your retention rates and support students through their academic journey. Read More

How Your Student Support Services Can Improve Retention

BY: Chris Gilmore June 25, 2021

Student support students are more than a nice perk for students enrolling in college and university programs. They can mean the difference between a degree and a stop-out for many students. If your goal is to improve student retention, student support services are a vital element in your toolkit. 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

What Higher Ed Can Learn From JMU’s Adult Degree Program Success

BY: Eric McGee April 21, 2021

In the struggle to meet enrollment goals, programs of all types can look to the example set by adult degree programs. They’ve been refining online programs and serving nontraditional students for decades. One such ADP is the program at James Madison University. 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

Boost Student Retention With Support Services

BY: Travis Coufal March 10, 2021

Student retention is the key to survival for many colleges and universities. It all starts with the right support to help students overcome their challenges and work toward their academic and personal goals. Read More