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Higher Ed Trends, Strategies, and Solutions


Speaking First-Gen, Part 1: Rethinking How Colleges Communicate
Higher education has its own language, but for first-generation families, that language can sound like a locked door. From jargon and acronyms to deficit-based labels, colleges often communicate in ways that confuse the very students they hope to include. This piece unpacks how words quietly shape belonging — and how marketers and enrollment leaders can rewrite them to open more doors.

Laura Rudolph
Nov 184 min read


How to Avoid Sticker Shock: Making your Tuition & Fees Page Affordability-Focused
Students rule out colleges based on sticker price alone. Here’s how to make your Tuition & Fees page an affordability tool—not just a price

Laura Rudolph
Jun 184 min read


What if College Applications Adapted to Student Behavior in Real Time?
What if college apps adjusted in real time to help students finish with confidence? A more intuitive, student-friendly process is possible.

Laura Rudolph
Jun 112 min read


3 Easy Fixes to Improve Your Inquiry Form
Students abandon clunky inquiry forms. Here’s how to fix yours fast and capture more leads—without a major overhaul.

Laura Rudolph
Apr 233 min read


Making the Value of a College Degree Tangible: From Abstract to Actionable
A college degree is an investment, but its value is not always clear to students. How can colleges make its return on investment more tangib

Laura Rudolph
Feb 44 min read


Your Homepage Isn’t Your Only Front Door: Why Major Pages Matter More Than You Think
Your homepage isn’t your only first impression. Students land on major pages first—are yours built to convert?

Laura Rudolph
Dec 18, 20243 min read
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