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Always On: How 24/7 Technical Support Drives Student Success and Retention

Ruffaloni

In this post, we’ll delve into how this same philosophy applies to technical support, forming a crucial component of student success and retention. Let’s explore why timely technical support is essential and how it ties to student retention, institutional credibility, and mission fulfillment.

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10 Key Strategies to Improve Student Retention in Higher Education

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Reading Time: 11 minutes Student retention is one of the most critical challenges faced by colleges and universities. Understanding the factors contributing to student retention in higher education is the first step toward building effective marketing strategies that help students persist through their academic journey. Why is that?

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No Magic Wand: The Key to Enrollment Marketing Success

Enrollment Catalyst

Lasting enrollment growth and marketing effectiveness require a comprehensive, strategic approach that integrates marketing, admissions, retention, and financial aid. Schools must proactively address financial concerns and communicate the real cost of attendance. But the truth is, there is no magic wand.

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The Hidden Crisis in College Planning: What’s Happening to Middle-Income Families

Ruffaloni

They’re too “wealthy” for significant financial aid but not wealthy enough to write a check without breaking a sweat. ” 87% rank financial aid among their top five decision factors. ” 87% rank financial aid among their top five decision factors. Align visits with aid events.

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Understanding CRM Systems For Universities – What Function Do They Serve?

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Whether youre trying to track your enrollment funnel, streamline your recruitment process, or boost retention, CRM systems offer many unique marketing benefits for your institution. Beyond recruitment, CRM systems are crucial in improving student engagement and retention particularly when data from a Student Information System is integrated.

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36 Key Questions to Assess your School’s Enrollment Marketing Efforts

Enrollment Catalyst

Through my work with schools in my Enrollment Catalyst Program , I conduct a comprehensive assessment of admissions, retention, marketing, tuition and financial aid, and staffing. 2—Retention How do your retention stats overall and by grade level compare to the previous years? What worked? What didn’t work?

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12 Strategies to Deploy While We Await the FAFSA and Subsequent ISIR Arrival

Ruffaloni

By now we’ve all accepted that the next 60 days will be one of excitement and nervousness in the world of financial aid and enrollment management as we await the changes to the FAFSA. I also recommend reading this deeper look at how SAI has shifted thinking on financial aid eligibility. Schedule a time to talk 7.