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.
The Tuition Discount Rate Is Near 57 Percent. The Answer Is Not a Bigger Discount.
The average tuition discount rate has reached 57 percent, and net revenue per freshman is falling. Charles Ramos, VP of Partnerships at DegreeSight, explains why raising the rate builds an inverted pyramid, and where CFOs can find enrollment that already costs 10 to 20 points less to buy.
What Is a Transfer Evaluation System,and Why It’s Your Enrollment Growth Engine
A modern transfer evaluation system helps colleges give students fast, clear credit answers — before they apply. Learn how DegreeSight turns evaluations into a lead-generating, enrollment-boosting advantage.
The 45-Day Transfer Credit Rule: What’s Actually on the Table
The proposed 45-day transfer credit rule would put federal deadlines on credit evaluations. Here is what the Department of Education’s draft actually says, who supports it, and the timeline to July 2027.
Why DegreeSight Was Selected by Huron, and Why Credit Transparency™ Is the Real Story
Recognized in Huron’s RISE 40, DegreeSight is advancing Credit Transparency in higher education—transforming credit evaluation into a strategic enrollment advantage. By delivering clarity faster, institutions can capture transfer demand earlier, reduce friction, and convert prospective students into applicants before the application even begins.
The Credit Crunch: Transparency, Trust, and the Role of AI – TransferTalk Ep. 18
Why are adult learners returning to higher ed now, and what role does AI play in the transfer credit crisis? Scott Jeffe breaks down what’s working (and what’s not) in Episode 18 of TransferTalk.
Rewriting the Transfer Story: Why Our Mission to Simplify Transfer Equivalencies Just Won an EdTech Breakthrough Award
DegreeSight wins EdTech Award for transforming transfer equivalencies into an enrollment-growth tool through clarity, automation, and equity.
Transfer Credit Evaluation: The Key to Unlocking Enrollment Growth
Transfer credit evaluation is no longer just a registrar task — it’s your front door to enrollment. Learn how modern systems like DegreeSight help colleges provide real-time credit clarity, capture high-intent leads, and reduce manual work, all while boosting application rates and improving the student experience.
What is Sustainable Enrollment Growth?
Transfer students lose an average of 20% of their earned credits—costing time, money, and momentum. This article explores how outdated policies, lack of transparency, and inconsistent credit evaluation systems create barriers to completion—and outlines actionable federal, state, and institutional strategies to fix the broken transfer process.
The Transfer Credit Trap: How Today’s Inefficiencies Create Tomorrow’s Economic Weakness
Online enrollment trends in higher education reveal a shift toward flexibility, career-aligned programs, and faster credit evaluations. As more students transfer with prior credits, institutions must streamline their processes to stay competitive and capture enrollment-ready leads.