Enrollment Catalyst

MAY 6, 2023

Whether your school’s enrollment is full, nearly full, or in decline, a strategic plan will provide the direction your admissions and marketing team needs to get traction. With summer only a few weeks away, now is the ideal time to begin developing your Enrollment Marketing Plan for the 2023-24 school year.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In 2022, the conversations I had with clients and friends made me think that they hoped that 2023 would be the year that things went back to “normal.” Rather, 2023 is likely to be remembered as the beginning of a new age in higher education. 7) How Do You Build Sustainable Enrollment? Is it down? Is it flat?

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Ivy Central

MARCH 13, 2023

To Test or Not to Test in 2023-24? What Does it Mean to be Test-Optional (2023-24)? Many Universities in the US are remaining Test-Optional for the upcoming application season (2023-24). The University of California, for example, would only use your scores for course placements after you enroll.

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 25, 2024

Traditional undergraduate challenges remain National Student Clearinghouse 2023 fall enrollment data indicate that undergraduate enrollment grew for the first time in several years (+2.1%), but nearly all growth was driven by community colleges (+4.6%) offering dual enrollment courses. Source: IPEDS degree conferral data.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 16, 2024

According to RNL research, 70 percent of Google searches for graduate education in 2023 did not include an institution name. First, consider programs with the strongest enrollment potential. You might also look at programs that generate interest but are underperforming in enrollment.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

How can you navigate the trends in graduate enrollment? I recently developed a new data-driven presentation called “How to Win in the Graduate Market” that seeks to first lay out the state of the market and then talk through a list of 20 things that enrollment leaders need to be sure are happening in order to align with student expectations.

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Ruffaloni

APRIL 13, 2023

According to our 2023 E-Expectations research (which will be published this summer) of college-bound high school students: 82 percent have viewed videos from institutions during their college planning, and 83 percent of those students viewed them as helpful—a remarkably high approval rating for one channel. What was the impact?

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Ruffaloni

AUGUST 8, 2023

AI is being used in different ways across enrollment Likely because few reported using AI in their work, only a few attendees responded to the survey question, “how are you currently using AI in your work?”. June 2023 We are seeing a compelling case emerge for an urgent focus on AI Literacy on our campuses. June 2023 ).

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Use these strategies to move graduate students from inquiry to enrollment. RNL will publish our 2023 Graduate Marketing and Recruitment Practices Report in early December. The goal is to help enrollment leaders align enrollment processes with student expectations.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 27, 2024

RNL graduate student data helps institutions better target graduate students Cost and flexible program options are two of the biggest enrollment factors. Do you know why your graduate students choose to enroll at your institution? Five observations 1. The cost of the program is a driving factor for students.

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Ruffaloni

MAY 24, 2023

I previously wrote about 30 Ways to Learn About Graduate and Online Enrollment Trends at the RNL National Conference. In that post, I spotlight a number of sessions, but our track on graduate and online enrollment is so jam-packed with content that I wanted to highlight a few more.

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Ruffaloni

MAY 15, 2024

The most recent projections (red circle) do not yet account for the revised population data, so the suggested enrollment growth is unlikely, given the new insights the census data offers. Census Bureau 2017 estimates, 2023 estimates (first to be based on 2020 census data). Estimated Number of 18-Year-Olds: U.S.

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Enrollment Catalyst

MARCH 5, 2023

Please welcome the Denver Christian School team to Enrollment Catalyst! Dr. Rick Newberry conducted a three day site visit in February 2023 to begin his Enrollment Catalyst Program with their team. Also, Enrollment Catalyst has been conducting its School Survey Solutions Program with DCS the past several years.

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Enrollment Catalyst

AUGUST 29, 2023

If so, you’ll want to tune into The Show & Tell Show with the Enrollment Marketing Geeks — Dr. Rick Newberry, president of Enrollment Catalyst, and Andy Lynch, president & CEO of North Star Marketing. Join the Enrollment Marketing Geeks for a conversation with Stephanie and her team. They Listen For An Hour?!?!

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 25, 2024

In an environment where the costs associated with recruiting graduate students are escalating, the ability to accurately evaluate the return on investment (ROI) of enrollment efforts has become a must in strategic recruitment planning. How do enrollment leaders evaluate the effectiveness of their recruitment strategies?

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Enrollment Catalyst

AUGUST 29, 2023

In 2022, the Enrollment Marketing Geeks — Andy Lynch, President and CEO of North Star Marketing, and Dr. Rick Newberry, President of Enrollment Catalyst — decided to take the show on the road. This in-person event will be held November 15-17, 2023, at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Student expectations are key for online enrollment. While increased demand for online learning has driven enrollment growth, simply having an online program may not be enough to attract and retain students. Meeting expectations goes beyond keeping students happy— it’s crucial for enrollment.

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Ruffaloni

MAY 11, 2023

Long gone are the days of admission offices counting college enrollment deposits on May 1 and beginning to plan out their summer conference tours. Chief enrollment officers and colleagues of mine beg the question—which seems so valid now— what is a deposit actually worth now ? The answer is still “a lot.”

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Enrollment Catalyst

APRIL 2, 2023

In March 2023, Dr. Rick Newberry had the opportunity to conduct a three-day site visit at St. to begin his Enrollment Catalyst Program. This site visit included 10 focus groups and assessment meetings to review the enrollment and marketing processes and strategies of the school. Pat’s team to Enrollment Catalyst!

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 15, 2022

RNL’s 2023 graduate and online research agenda will include an analysis of the policy and practice adjustments that are most likely make graduate or online students select your institution rather than the others they are considering (75+ percent of these students consider at least two institutions). You can enroll in courses year-round.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

To celebrate the release of our 2023 University Family Engagement Report , we held a webinar and were joined by an enthusiastic group of professionals who wholeheartedly answered our polling questions during the webinar ( you can watch the webinar on-demand here ). However, families also remain very involved once the student enrolls.

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Ruffaloni

APRIL 18, 2025

Over the past three academic years (2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24), 8,938 students attending 20 HBCUs have completed the SSI, providing an opportunity for us to assess their satisfaction and compare it to students at other four-year public or private institutions. Why do students choose HBCUs?

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 15, 2023

College financing is an important topic of conversation, particularly as we enter “yield season” for the fall 2023 incoming class. RNL recently came out with the 2023 University Family Engagement Report , which notes some important disparities to consider as you develop communications about college financing.

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Ruffaloni

APRIL 27, 2023

The RNL National Conference in Nashville (July 25-27, 2023) will feature its fifth annual Graduate and Online track. Here are a few key sessions that graduate and online enrollment managers will not want to miss. Here are a few key sessions that graduate and online enrollment managers will not want to miss.

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Ruffaloni

JUNE 15, 2023

To see the full list of new features, check out Slate’s 2023 Slate Innovation Summit Executive Summary. We’re happy to talk with you about how you can optimize your CRM to maximize your enrollment results. A CRM solution that drives enrollment results Are you getting the greatest ROI out of your CRM?

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Conducted national research on how such students make their enrollment decisions. led institutional recruitment and enrollment operations. Register now for the virtual 2023 RNL Graduate and Online Innovation Summit. Worked at both for-profit and non-profit institutions. Led institutional efforts.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Findings from our 2023 Prospective Family Engagement Report shed some light on best practices for communicating with families at different grade levels in high school. Read our full report or reach out to talk with our enrollment experts I encourage you to read the 2023 Prospective Family Engagement Report and explore even more findings.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 17, 2023

UGA is the flagship institution for the state of Georgia, and as such our goal is to enroll a class that is roughly 80% Georgians. This is an enrollment number, not an admission offer number, but it does mean that our admission offers are more heavily Georgian than non Georgian. as compared to what is offered in the school/community.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The good news is actually very good: Enrollment rates continue to tick up ever so slightly, suggesting that attending college is becoming increasingly popular among new high school graduates. For the class of 2022, immediate enrollment in college increased by "as much as 3.2 in 2022 to 50.5%

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The way students use technology search for college, the stress and anxiety they face, the economic challenges that impact their ability to afford college, and even the way they question the value of college have created daunting challenges for enrollment managers.

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Niche

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

It’s no secret … you know better than anyone that the past few years for higher ed enrollment have been rough as institutions continue searching for ways to improve affordability and boost student enrollment. But the truth is, college enrollment has been declining since 2010 and has continued to fall since the start of the pandemic.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

UPenn yield rate The yield rate tells you how many admitted students actually enroll. 2023 44,960 7.4% 2024 35,752 6% 2023 37,850 5.5% 2023 7,110 18% 2022 7,074 18.6% According to UPenn’s 2023-2024 Common Data Set , the average GPA for admitted students is 3.9. This number says a lot about UPenn’s pull.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In fact, according to RNL’s 2023 E-Expectations Trend Report , college and university websites are the single most utilized resource for students—and 58 percent of undergraduate students use search engines to find a college’s website. AI is a valuable tool, but SEO needs writing and strategy only a person can provide.

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The College Pod

MARCH 21, 2025

In Section C1 and C2, you’ll see how many students applied, how many got in, and how many enrolled. S o if you’re applying in Fall 2025, the latest data might be from 2023–24. Common Data Set: C8 | Source: Bates College >> RELATED: College Admissions Guide - How to Apply to College 4. How Competitive Is the College?

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Ivy Coach

AUGUST 30, 2023

In 2023, Penn announced it would continue its undergraduate test-optional admissions policy for the 2023-24 application cycle. However, compared to other Ivy League schools, Penn has experienced a slower growth rate in median SAT scores since enacting a test-optional policy.

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Enrollment Catalyst

MARCH 11, 2024

I have seen their explosive enrollment growth and outstanding work. I hope you enjoy this interview with: Yohana Hill, Chief Advancement Officer Mark Sherrod, Director of Marketing Laura Aldag, Director of Enrollment Let’s begin with some background on your enrollment growth over the past five years or so.

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Niche

APRIL 24, 2023

With all that is known about students as they inquire or build profiles there’s now an easier way to streamline the interest to enrollment process: direct admissions. The Junior College Search Process in 2023 Anxiety may not be the most common emotion associated with the college search, but fears can still limit success.

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