On this episode of the EduData Podcast, Timothy and Jamie discuss the significant impact of declining birthrates on future college enrollment numbers. After exploring how this trend will affect different types of institutions, geographical regions, and cultural populations, Jamie and Timothy emphasize the importance of colleges preparing for this decline and discuss strategies to do so through retention initiatives, tapping into the transfer market, and strategic marketing to navigate the challenges ahead.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

On this episode of The EduData Podcast, Jamie and Timothy dissect trends in college applications using Common App data. Applications surged by 12%, exceeding 4.5 million in the last cycle. What does that mean for the immediate future? What about the long term trajectory? Don’t worry about grabbing your sunglasses, the future is not as bright as these numbers make it seem.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this episode, Jamie and Timothy unravel the significance and pitfalls of discount rates and how they are presented. From examples of ice cream shops, toothpaste ads, and JC Penney, they provide a dose of financial literacy with a chaser of tuition resets. Learn the simplicity of calculating the meaning behind a discount rate and why it's crucial for students, families, and enrollment managers.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

The "College Planning and Student Emotions Report" provides insights into the emotional needs of prospective college students and offers strategies for addressing these needs through enrollment marketing and engagement.

Thanks to some insight from our friends at Zeemee, Timothy and Jamie break down the biggest takeaways from this important study.

For more information, find the report at: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED631005.pdf

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this EduData podcast episode, hosts Jamie and Timothy explore student perspectives on data privacy in higher education. Drawing from a recent student voice survey, they discuss students' concerns about phone apps collecting data and their surprisingly high trust in institutions. The hosts stress the need for clear communication on data privacy policies and suggest leveraging student data to enhance support services. The episode offers valuable insights for higher education professionals navigating the evolving landscape of data privacy and student trust.

College Pulse Article referenced during this episode

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the transformative power of activity data in reshaping student engagement, status calculation, and predictive analytics in higher education. They advocate for a shift from traditional dimensional approaches to operations centered around student activities. Highlights include calculating funnel status based on specific activities, triggering engagements, and making more accurate predictions by leveraging past behavioral patterns. The episode provides a succinct exploration of the profound impact of embracing activity data in higher education analytics.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In today’s episode, Timothy and Jamie break down the benefits and limitations of both demographic and activity data. They answer questions such as:

When should each type of data be used in an analysis? 

How can the two complement each other? 

Why is it so important to use both in your projections and predictions?

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this EduData podcast episode, hosts Timothy and Jamie explore the evolution of predictive analytics in higher education. Starting with early methods like demographics and test scores, the hosts trace the progression to more sophisticated approaches, including regression analysis and the current frontier of AI and machine learning. The episode highlights the transformative potential of these advanced models, extending beyond student predictions to alumni engagement and giving.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In Episode 1 of the EduData Podcast, Jamie and Timothy delve into key issues such as the lack of access to accurate data, the scarcity of data tools, and the shortage of personnel resources dedicated to data management. They offer practical solutions like the implementation of universal data warehouses and the adoption of AI and data technologies to streamline processes. The episode promises valuable insights for higher education professionals looking to enhance their data handling and analytics capabilities.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Welcome to EduData, your no-fluff podcast that transforms the complex data landscape of higher education into clear, actionable insights. Designed for everyone, from seasoned administrators to curious enthusiasts, we're here to break down the numbers that are shaping the future of academia.

Our hosts provide expert-level analysis of pressing higher ed issues backed by data. From research studies to legislative changes, they’ll simplify complex data into easily digestible takeaways. Each episode is tailored for higher ed professionals, yet accessible to anyone curious about the future of education.

Hosted by Jamie Boggs, Senior Engagement Analyst, and Timothy Davis, Engagement Analyst at Element451. Join us on this journey to unlock the stories behind the data in higher education.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.