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Beyond the shop window - where prospective international students are (and aren't) taking action
Where are international audiences most likely to take action on study opportunities? And how does that compare to search interest?
Higher Education News
4 Lessons from Malaysia's International Student Recruitment Playbook
International student interest in Malaysia is rising, but what makes the country attractive to students, and wha defines its...
How universities can build a UGC strategy that students actually trust
A complete guide on how universities can build a user-generated content strategy that students actually trust, from finding creators...
International Student Recruitment in the Middle East: What Universities Need to Know
How can universities recruit smarter in the Middle East? Insights on trust-building, agencies, and student support from Keystone's...
How to Make Video Content That Works in Higher Education Marketing
Learn how to create video content that drives higher education student recruitment, from how to structure it and where to post it, to...
The Domestic Pivot: Why Enrollment Leaders Are Going Back to Basics
In the age of the demographic cliff, learn how thriving institutions are winning at domestic student recruitment through authenticity,...
Are International Audiences Becoming More Regional? – Search Data Suggests They Might
New search data for India suggests international audiences may be increasingly interested in alternative destinations, including those...
Policy Swings and Behaviour Shifts: Your Mid-Year Higher Ed Reading List
Read, listen and watch the conversations that shaped higher education in the first half of 2026 - policy changes, student...
2026 Higher Ed Conference Calendar
Discover key higher education conferences in 2026 to stay ahead in recruitment, marketing, and academic innovation. Plan your year...
Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany
Learn how German universities can effectively use social media to attract international students, tailored for different academic...
Used with Caution – How Prospective Students Feel About AI Search
Discover how prospective students use and trust AI tools in their higher education research, revealing insights into digital behavior...
Beyond the Degree: The Skills Students Want From Their Program
Discover how today's students prioritize skill development over traditional rankings in higher education, seeking practical...
How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025
Discover how universities can enhance the student journey in 2025 by adapting to emerging trends, addressing financial concerns, and...
Higher Education News
How Universities Can Reach Gen Z, Gen Alpha and Millennials in the AI Era
11 min read
Adapted from our webinar "AI Through Generational Eyes: Rethinking Student Communication". Watch the full session for more, including how culture...
10.06.2026
4 Lessons from Malaysia's International Student Recruitment Playbook
5 min read
Malaysia isn't trying to compete with the UK, US, Canada or Australia on reputation or prestige to attract more...
09.29.2026
How universities can build a UGC strategy that students actually trust
10 min read
In higher education, user-generated content (UGC) is content created by real members of your university’s community,...
09.22.2026
International Student Recruitment in the Middle East: What Universities Need to Know
5 min read
What is actually driving the Middle East's rise as a destination for international students, and what does it take for...
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State of Student Recruitment 2025 Report
The 2025 State of Student Recruitment Report offers vital insights into the evolving world of prospective students.
09.15.2026
How to Make Video Content That Works in Higher Education Marketing
12 min read
Most institutions have accepted that they need video. Far fewer have worked out what to make, where to put it, and why...
07.30.2026
The Domestic Pivot: Why Enrollment Leaders Are Going Back to Basics
5 min read
What does it actually take to recruit domestic students in a market shaped by a demographic cliff, shrinking...
07.29.2026
Are International Audiences Becoming More Regional? – Search Data Suggests They Might
4 min read
Prospective international students aren't just turning away from the Big 4 or seeking out study opportunities in...
07.23.2026
Policy Swings and Behaviour Shifts: Your Mid-Year Higher Ed Reading List
7 min read
So far, 2026 has been a flurry of policy disruption, political moves and changing student behaviors. Travel bans and...
12.19.2025
2026 Higher Ed Conference Calendar
16 min read
Higher education conferences remain essential hubs for connection, insight, and innovation, and 2026 is already shaping...
12.15.2025
Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany
6 min read
In our recent Social Media Masterclass, we sat down with Stefanie Herta, a social media expert and former international...
08.28.2025
Used with Caution – How Prospective Students Feel About AI Search
4 min read
To what extent do prospective students use and trust information generated by AI? And is this now a part of their...
07.23.2025
Beyond the Degree: The Skills Students Want From Their Program
13 min read
The decision to pursue higher education is a pivotal one, often driven by aspirations for a brighter future. But beyond...
03.14.2025
How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025
4 min read
A lot changed for higher education in 2024. Amidst political turmoil and immigration changes in top destinations,...
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