Want to know the latest higher education trends? Find out in the 3rd edition of the Connected Student Report!
In partnership with research agency Reputation Leaders Ltd., we surveyed over 2,600 higher education students and staff and found four key themes:
- Belonging sets the foundation for success
- Holistic student support puts student well-being at the center
- Preparing students for the future of work is essential
- Lifelong learners are redefining expectations for flexibility & diversity
With insights from colleges and universities in 11 countries, the report unpacks topics that are top of mind for education leaders. Some top stats:
- Nearly half (47%) of the students in our survey reported selecting their institution for career prospects, but only 11% felt very prepared for the world of work
- Students who have a great onboarding experience are 35 times more likely to have a great overall university experience
- Students report that they need more well-being resources (36%) and more in-person events and activities (54%) to connect with their peers
- Students are looking for a more tailored experience, and they believe technology can help. Currently, 50% of students feel they have a university that provides a personalized experience tailored to their needs, but for students who reported having a great university experience, 69% felt their experience was tailored
- Students prefer email for university communications: 56% of students preferred email content from higher ed institutions vs 33% who preferred social media content
- More than half of students (52%) expect to keep learning on the job, while 49% of students want to keep learning through a higher education institution, either online or face-to-face
- 40% of institutions said in the survey that they are changing their approach to engaging alumni. Out of those, 45% are using a mix of in-person/virtual engagement
- Students who felt they belonged were three times as likely to have a great experience. Of the students who are extremely likely to recommend their institution, 74% had a great experience, 99% were proud to be a student, and 73% had a great onboarding experience
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