Is “wealth” a better measure of need than family income? A new study finds that assets like savings, property, and investments are a better indicator of a student's ability to cover college costs than income alone. This reinforces the deep and persistent inequalities in wealth by race and ethnicity that we see throughout higher education. The study also suggests actions and resources that higher ed professionals can provide.

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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!

Some of our favorites include Generation AI and The Higher Ed Geek.

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.

Connect with Us at the Engage Summit:
Exciting news — Jamie and Timothy will be at the 2024 Engage Summit in Raleigh, NC, on June 25 and 26, and we’d love to meet you there! Sessions will focus on cutting-edge AI applications that are reshaping student outreach, enhancing staff productivity, and offering deep insights into ROI.

Use the discount code Enrollify50 at checkout, and you can register for just $200! Learn more and register at engage.element451.com — we can’t wait to see you there!

In this episode of the Edu Data Podcast, hosts Timothy and Jamie dive into the latest release from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) - the new Digest State Dashboard. They discuss the immense potential this user-friendly tool offers for higher education professionals, including marketers, admissions officers, and data analysts. Timothy and Jamie explore how this dashboard democratizes access to data, making it easier than ever to understand key statistics like enrollment trends, demographic breakdowns, and educational outcomes across states. They also touch on practical applications for market share analysis, competitor benchmarking, and strategic planning in higher education. Tune in to discover how to leverage this powerful resource to drive informed decisions and elevate your institution’s data strategy.

Link to tool: https://nces.ed.gov/programs/digest-dashboard/

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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!

Some of our favorites include Generation AI and The Higher Ed Geek.

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.

Connect with Us at the Engage Summit:
Exciting news — Jamie and Timothy will be at the 2024 Engage Summit in Raleigh, NC, on June 25 and 26, and we’d love to meet you there! Sessions will focus on cutting-edge AI applications that are reshaping student outreach, enhancing staff productivity, and offering deep insights into ROI.

Use the discount code Enrollify50 at checkout, and you can register for just $200! Learn more and register at engage.element451.com — we can’t wait to see you there!

In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy dive into a recent study by the Art and Science Group that explores why some high school seniors intending to go to college ultimately decide not to. They discuss the survey's fresh findings from February and March, shedding light on key factors that influence these decisions. They also examine the complex relationship between activity data and college decisions, urging educators and policymakers to consider multiple interpretations. Join them for an insightful discussion on the trends and implications of changing college plans.

Link to study

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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!

Some of our favorites include Generation AI and The Higher Ed Geek.

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.

Connect with Us at the Engage Summit:
Exciting news — Jamie and Timothy will be at the 2024 Engage Summit in Raleigh, NC, on June 25 and 26, and we’d love to meet you there! Sessions will focus on cutting-edge AI applications that are reshaping student outreach, enhancing staff productivity, and offering deep insights into ROI.

Use the discount code Enrollify50 at checkout, and you can register for just $200! Learn more and register at engage.element451.com — we can’t wait to see you there!