Our favorite data points on higher education, enrollment, online strategy, adult learners, and fundraising from the 2013 Eduventures Annual Conference.

Our favorite data points from the 2013 Eduventures Annual Conference

Unless otherwise stated, these data points were collected by Eduventures across our spectrum of

national benchmarking surveys and other studies.

ENROLLMENT STRATEGY

Higher education enrollment is declining.

For the first time, career preparation is the most important criteria considered when selecting a college.

Career preparation and affordability are key for Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino students.

ONLINE STRATEGY & ADULT LEARNERS

The majority of adults want to go back to school.

The vast majority of adults have never taken a MOOC.

Perception of the quality of online education is increasing.

Interest in blended learning is outpacing interest in wholly online learning in most age groups.

The cost to admit an adult student.

Think internationally.

ADVANCEMENT & FUNDRAISING

Student debt over $20,000 impacts alumni giving.

Student debt impacts the perception of the value of college.

Social media isn’t just for young alumni.

Million dollar gifts are on the rise.

Alumni want career-related programming & networking events.

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