Enrollment Catalyst

MAY 2, 2023

Have you ever thought about the reasons why some private schools experience enrollment growth and why others decline? School leaders primarily call me because they either want to make sure their school continues to grow (or even remain full), or they need to turnaround a flat or declining enrollment.

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Ruffaloni

MAY 15, 2025

is also never something those enrolled students expected or signed up for. I have been in higher education for over 20 years, both on a campus as a chief enrollment officer and now at RNL in an executive role. The tuition revenue needed has to offset the cost of starting a new program, hiring faculty, and supporting marketing efforts.

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Enrollment Catalyst

JULY 24, 2024

You can access the recording to learn about a comprehensive approach to onboarding new families: Beyond Enrollment–Onboarding K-12 Families for Retention Success. In a previous blog post, I discussed six key onboarding strategies post-enrollment before the first day of school. Late tuition payments.

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Admissions Village

MARCH 24, 2024

A) Colleges need to manage their enrollment. Their class size is determined by many things, but among them might be: how much money they need to earn from tuition; how much space they have for students to live on campus; how large their other classes are; how many students they feel they can comfortably educate and serve.

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Niche

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Were talking about that dreaded enrollment cliff , and its no longer impending. Higher ed has started to feel the brunt of a steady decline in enrollment, a trend underscored by recent data. The most significant driver of the higher education enrollment cliff is the sharp decline in birth rates following the 2008 economic recession.

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Enrollment Catalyst

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the fast-paced world of school life, it’s a common misconception that once enrollment is full, there’s less need for ongoing marketing efforts. Just because your enrollment is full this year does not mean that you will continue this trend next year. Your school’s enrollment needs follow an annual cycle.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 16, 2024

Ripon College announced a financial aid program offering Wisconsin residents free tuition. Students whose families fall above that threshold will be guaranteed tuition costs no higher than those at the state's flagship university. This program could help the college's enrollment rebound after years of decline.

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Enrollment Catalyst

AUGUST 21, 2024

Additional information can be collected later in the enrollment process. The Pitfalls of Paid Referrals To boost enrollment, some schools turn to referral programs that offer financial incentives or tuition discounts to current families to bring in new students. appeared first on Enrollment Catalyst.

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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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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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BestColleges

MAY 10, 2023

Average Tuition In-state $3,152 Out-of-state $14,524 Retention Rate 85% Admission Rate 33% Students Enrolled 9,184 Institution Type Public Percent Online Enrollment 98% Percentage of all students who are enrolled online. FAMU is also a top school for HBCU athletics, an attractive fact for some students.

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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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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 26, 2023

91% 72% Tuition paid is a worthwhile investment. Instructional Design Support RNL can assist you in creating world-class online learning experiences that support student recruitment and retention. Course Quality Audit— Enhance existing courses by evaluating opportunities to maximize enrollment and retention.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 14, 2024

Are you utilizing your price to increase enrollment, recruit more academically prepared students, or to achieve a higher net tuition revenue per student? Are there different processes for establishing changes in tuition rates, compared to fee rates, compared to auxiliaries such as room and board?

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Institutional research can help you unlock enrollment insights. I’ve been thinking about these relationships in my work at RNL, which centers on helping institutions advance their marketing and enrollment success. Enrollment data. Talk with our enrollment experts. Student accounts and net tuition revenue.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The university identified 13 bachelor of arts (BA), bachelor of science (BS), bachelor of fine arts (BFA), and bachelor of science in education (B.S.Ed) programs with low enrollment: BA. The programs represent 15% of all Fredonia majors, with a total enrollment of 74 students — just 2% of all the school's undergraduates.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

This is a guest blog by Stuart Jones, vice president for advancement and enrollment management at Southern Utah University. Stuart oversees the fundraising, marketing, and enrollment efforts at the university, and we have invited him to share his insights about the strategic enrollment planning process in this this post.

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BestColleges

JULY 1, 2024

Community colleges have seen the biggest retention rate gains over the last decade. Hispanic, Black, and Native American students' retention rates are below the national average. Hispanic, Black, and Native American students' retention rates are below the national average. The national retention rate also rose from 67.2%

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BestColleges

JUNE 13, 2023

Undergraduate in-state tuition is roughly $9,000, and out-of-state tuition is about $20,000 per academic year. Our Methodology Medium Retention Rate 77% Admission Rate 81% Students Enrolled 6,250 Institution Type Public Percent Online Enrollment 99% Percentage of all students who are enrolled online.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 5, 2024

Reading Time: 10 minutes The journey from prospective student to enrolled pupil is anything but linear. At the heart of this journey is the admissions funnel —a powerful tool that, when optimized, can significantly enhance the effectiveness of your enrollment strategies. Source: HEM) What are the stages of the enrollment funnel?

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BestColleges

MAY 23, 2023

Average Undergrad Tuition In-state $3,152 Out-of-state $14,524 Average Graduate Tuition In-state $8,019 Out-of-state $22,108 Retention Rate 85% Admission Rate 33% Students Enrolled 9,184 Institution Type Public Percent Online Enrollment 98% Percentage of all students who are enrolled online.

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Emerging College Consulting

JUNE 6, 2025

Average need-based aid % of students receiving merit scholarships What kind of aid is available Enrollment by Major: Gives you insight into whether a program is competitive or crowded. How to Read the Common Data Set Without Getting Overwhelmed Each CDS is organized into sections labeled A through J.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 25, 2023

Student Cohort Size: Colorado College has a current enrollment of approximately 2,425 students. Four-Year Completion Rate: When you are selecting a college you should focus on the retention and graduation rates of an institution. The first-year retention rate for Colorado College is 91% which is among the highest in the country.

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BestColleges

APRIL 18, 2023

Average Tuition In-state $3,152 Out-of-state $14,524 Retention Rate 85% Admission Rate 33% Students Enrolled 9,184 Institution Type Public Percent Online Enrollment 98% Percentage of all students who are enrolled online. FAMU is public, less expensive (for in-state residents), and has small class sizes.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

SUNY Potsdam, one of the 25 participating schools, is already seeing improved student retention and higher GPAs. SUNY expects to enroll 4,200 students across 25 campuses into ASAP|ACE this year. The ASAP and ACE programs at CUNY have shown, through randomized controlled trials , to increase student retention and completion.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Cornells retention rate of 97% of students returning after their first year is another sign that they feel supported and want to stay. Heres a detailed table outlining tuition, fees, and estimated costs for the 20242025 academic year : Category Per Semester Per Year Undergraduate Tuition Endowed Colleges (A&S, Engineering, etc.)

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The “tuition paid is a worthwhile investment” item is one we see over and over again for all levels of students at four-year private and public institutions. Similar to the results for graduate students, online learners perceive tuition worthwhile as a challenge. Find out how it can benefit your campus.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 24, 2023

Types of Admission: The students can enroll through Early Decision I and II. 59% of the students were enrolled during the Early Decision admissions cycle. in the consortium, without having to transfer or pay additional tuition. Occidental College’s first-year retention rate is 82%. Only 4% of admitted students have a 3.24

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Niche

APRIL 22, 2025

According to the Institute of International Education (IIE), international enrollment in the U.S. For tuition-dependent institutions, international enrollment is mission-critical. It’s not just a nice touch, it directly improves yield and first-year retention. grew just 3% in 2024, down from 12% the year before.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 26, 2023

Graduation Rate Brandeis University has a 90% retention rate. The university received 9,796 applicants and 943 students enrolled in the Class of 2026. Student Cohort Size Brandeis University has a total student population of 5,440 students with 3,591 undergraduate students. The international students represent 58 countries.

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BestColleges

MAY 10, 2023

AI has implications for admissions, student retention, teaching and learning, the curriculum, and administrative efficiency. Finding the Right Students and Persuading Them to Enroll College admissions has become a tale of the haves and the have-nots. Colleges should take advantage of AI's potential and not fear the technology.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Southern New Hampshire University students who received basic needs assistance from the school saw higher retention rates. Billions in federal pandemic relief funding went directly to students — and an October report from the Center for Higher Education Policy and Practice (CHEPP) suggests that assistance helped students stay enrolled.

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EAB

JANUARY 31, 2023

Blogs Improve the precision of student enrollment forecasting January 31, 2023 Jeff Pidcock Director of Budgeting and Business Transformation, Miami University The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB. Interested in the Rising Higher Education Leaders Fellowship?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Submit the enrollment deposit. After figuring out how to commit to a college, one of the next steps is paying an enrollment deposit. When you’re figuring out how to commit to a college, remember that tuition is only one part of the cost puzzle. For others, you might need to track down a form on their website.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 27, 2023

All colleges have a combined enrollment of 9,000 students and a staff of 3,600, occupying over 540 acres of land. Types of Admission The students can enroll through Early Decision I and II. Academics The students who are enrolled at Pomona College have the ability to decide the scope and purpose of their education.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A new study says small colleges investing in athletics might not realize enrollment growth. Some colleges have successfully used sports programs to increase enrollment. You've just become president of a small, private college with a shrinking enrollment and a meager endowment. Do Athletic Investments Grow Enrollment?

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BestColleges

MARCH 14, 2024

California State University reported an enrollment decline of 6.5% Only four of the 23 campuses in the CSU system recorded enrollment growth from 2019-2022. However, there was positive growth in the enrollment of historically excluded groups, with increases in Latino/a and Black student enrollments on multiple campuses.

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