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How to Use Instant Chat to Boost Enrollment Conversions

Tips on how universities can use live chat and instant messaging to secure student conversions.

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The Impact of TikTok Bans on U.S. Universities

TikTok has been banned by several colleges and universities in the U.S - but why? And what has the reaction been from students and...

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Ways to Attract Generation Alpha to Your Institutions

Generation Alpha will follow Gen Zers to college and university. Here are some ways institutions can create more targeted student...

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10 Ways to Address AI Tools at Colleges and Universities 

ChatGPT has sparked debate over how artificial intelligence software can be used by students when completing assignments. We look at...

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Are international students returning to the US?

International students contributed $33.8 billion to the US economy in 2021-22. Is US international enrolment bouncing back following...

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ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Higher Ed

Higher ed has heard a lot about ChatGPT in recent months - but what exactly is it? And can artificial intelligence be good for...

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5 tips to get the most out of higher ed conferences

5 tips to help higher education professionals make the most of academic conferences.

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Why Are US Colleges Dropping Out of Ranking Lists

University rankings have historically been held in high regard by students and academics. However, recently Yale, Harvard and Berkeley...

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How to Attract International Students Without Endless Scholarships

When choosing a study abroad university, scholarships are often the top deciding factor. However, admissions teams need other...

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Preparing for Generation Alpha Students in 2023

Generation Alpha will soon be making decisions about their education. We take a look at how universities can start preparing for Gen...

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Why You Need More Study Options Beyond Four Year Programs

With rising costs of living and costs of tuition fees, it's becoming more important to offer students various study options.

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2023 Higher Ed Conference Calendar

Higher ed conferences are the perfect place for networking, sharing best practices and hearing industry insights. Here's a list of...

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The Growing Importance of Student Reviews

We take a look at the importance of peer-to-peer rankings in student recruitment and higher education marketing.

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Higher Education News

How to Use Instant Chat to Boost Enrollment Conversions

3 min read

Using instant chat to communicate with potential students can help boost enrollment conversions by providing a more personal and engaging experience.

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03.06.2023

The Impact of TikTok Bans on U.S. Universities

5 min read

Sara Anderson

US universities and public colleges are banning TikTok, with what seems like a different institution announcing a ban...

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02.28.2023

Ways to Attract Generation Alpha to Your Institutions

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

Being digital natives, Generation Alpha has had an educational experience different from any generation before them.

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02.20.2023

10 Ways to Address AI Tools at Colleges and Universities 

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Sara Anderson

Universities frequently debate using artificial intelligence in the classroom - but perhaps more so recently than...

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02.13.2023

Are international students returning to the US?

6 min read

Thaís Roberto

International students are an essential sector of the American higher education system, bringing in substantial revenue...

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02.08.2023

ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Higher Ed

5 min read

Sara Anderson

The controversy between ChatGPT and education has hit the headlines recently, but artificial intelligence (AI) in...

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02.01.2023

5 tips to get the most out of higher ed conferences

3 min read

Katarina Gligovic

Higher education conferences allow enrolment staff, admissions teams, program leaders, and higher ed professionals from...

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01.06.2023

Why Are US Colleges Dropping Out of Ranking Lists

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Sara Anderson

For decades, university rankings have been a reliable and trusted ‘go to’ source for prospective students. Almost 40...

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01.03.2023

How to Attract International Students Without Endless Scholarships

5 min read

Thaís Roberto

When choosing a university to study abroad, scholarships and funding are often the top deciding factors for...

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12.20.2022

Preparing for Generation Alpha Students in 2023

4 min read

Katarina Gligovic

Generation Alpha brings new challenges for universities worldwide. Most notably, they will expect what other...

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12.12.2022

Why You Need More Study Options Beyond Four Year Programs

8 min read

Sara Anderson

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. college enrollment crisis forced colleges and universities to shift their...

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12.08.2022

2023 Higher Ed Conference Calendar

4 min read

Fran Fitzsimmons

2022 saw the higher education conference world spring back into action. Many conferences saw record numbers of vendors,...

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12.05.2022

The Growing Importance of Student Reviews

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

University rankings have long been among the most distinguished resources in determining the best institutions in...

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