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DegreeSight News & Articles

What our team is learning about higher ed retention, student success, market trends, and the policy changes that reach your campus.

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Learning Mobility Is the New Language of Transfer. Here Is What Changed at The Assembly.

AACRAO rebuilt its transfer conference around learning mobility and one metric: transfer time to decision. Jay Fedje and Michael Cronin unpack what the shift means, why dual credit volume is reshaping the registrar’s desk, and seven questions every enrollment leader should answer before claiming to be transfer friendly.
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  • Trends

The Workforce Is Here. The Skills Are Not. U.S. Labor Market Reskilling Dashboard

AI is rewriting what it means to be qualified. 6.9M openings vs 7.4M unemployed, yet 71–75% of industries can’t fill roles. The gap isn’t headcount; it’s skills. An interactive infographic from DegreeSight.
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  • Blog

Credit Decisions Now Decide Transfer Enrollment. Here Is What That Means for 2027.

High school graduates peaked in 2025, and new federal rules will put credit decisions under scrutiny. See why credit decisions now decide transfer enrollment, what partners are seeing, and how to plan for 2027.
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  • Optimization

How to Increase Student Enrollment in 2025: Research-Backed Strategies for Higher Ed Leaders

Learn how to increase student enrollment with proven strategies, research insights, and technology tools. A comprehensive 2025 guide for higher education institutions.
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  • Optimization

PR Strategy for Higher Education in 2025: Building Trust, Relevance, and Enrollment Growth

Learn how to design a PR strategy for higher education that strengthens reputation, builds trust, and supports enrollment. Research insights, benchmarks, and case studies included.
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  • Optimization

Enrollment Management Platforms in 2025: The Technology Driving Smarter Recruitment and Retention

Explore how enrollment management platforms are transforming higher education. Learn what works, what trends matter, and how schools are using platforms to recruit and retain students.
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  • Optimization

College Admissions Marketing Strategies in 2025: How to Compete and Win in a Changing Landscape

college admissions marketing strategies, higher education marketing, student recruitment tactics, enrollment marketing, admissions growth
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  • Podcast

What It Really Means to Be a Transfer-Friendly Community College – TransferTalk Ep. 15

Community colleges are more than just a pit stop. In this episode of TransferTalk, John Endicott shares how West Hills College Coalinga is rethinking transfer, enrollment, and the true meaning of being “transfer-friendly.”
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  • Optimization

Student Enrollment Management System: A Complete 2025 Guide for Higher Ed Leaders

Discover how a student enrollment management system streamlines recruitment, automates workflows, and improves the student experience. A research-driven guide for 2025.
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  • Optimization

College Enrollment Marketing Strategies in 2025: Research-Driven Insights for Higher Ed Leaders

Explore the latest college enrollment marketing strategies backed by data, case studies, and trends. Learn how higher ed leaders can attract, engage, and enroll more students.
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  • Podcast

Inside USF’s Playbook for Transfer Student Success: A Conversation with Martin Smith – TransferTalk Ep. 14

Discover how the University of South Florida is transforming transfer enrollment and student success. Martin Smith shares strategic insights from the front lines of enrollment management.
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  • Optimization

The Demographic Cliff: Is Transfer Evaluation the Secret to Reversing the Enrollment Decline?

The demographic cliff is accelerating. Learn how universities can use transfer evaluation systems to drivxe growth, attract students, and future-proof enrollment.
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  • Optimization

Student Recruitment Software That Actually Converts: What Higher Ed Needs in 2025

Discover how student recruitment software can help colleges attract, engage, and enroll the right students. Learn how to evaluate tools that deliver measurable results.
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  • Optimization

Enrollment Management in Higher Education: A Modern Framework for 2025

Learn how to rethink enrollment management in higher education for today’s challenges—blending strategy, systems, and student-centric thinking for lasting results.
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  • Optimization

CRM in Higher Education: How to Leverage It for Enrollment Growth in 2025

Discover how a CRM in higher education streamlines recruitment, improves student engagement, and drives enrollment results. Learn how to choose and apply it effectively.
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