Explore top platforms and software to optimize your college marketing strategy

Leveraging Digital Tools for Effective College Marketing

Generative Search for Higher Ed: A New Way to Keep Students Engaged

Beyond ChatBots: How Proactive AI Agents Will Drive the Next Wave of Student Engagement

How AI is Transforming Classroom Engagement: Insights from Sara Custer

Offering Affordable Access to Generative AI Search for Higher Education

Element451 Launches the Element Discovery Package

Enhancing Student Safety with AI Moderation in Bolt AI Assistants

Generative Search.

Hanging the Open Sign on your Digital Front Door

Community college students deserve an engaging and helpful student experience. Learn how to make this possible based on current trends and best practices.

2024 Guide to Community College Student Engagement Trends

Experience the top AI-powered dashboards for enrollment and admissions. Learn their features, benefits, and how they deliver valuable insights to enhance high-value decision-making in higher education institutions.

10 Must-Use AI-Driven Dashboards for Enrollment & Admissions

Explore the top 10 student enrollment management systems to streamline admissions and boost student engagement. Discover why Element451 leads with AI-driven features and seamless integration.

10 Student Enrollment Management Systems for Higher Education

Explore the highlights and key takeaways from Engage Summit 2024, where higher ed professionals and AI innovators gathered to explore AI-driven student engagement.

Engage Summit 2024 Recap: A Transformative Experience in AI-Driven Student Engagement

The best texting software can help your admissions and enrollment teams reach more students. Here’s our list of top texting and SMS software for higher ed.

14 Higher Education Texting Platforms in 2024

The right software can go a long way in streamlining your admissions and enrollment process. Take a look at our list of the best admissions software for higher ed.

10 Best Admissions & Enrollment Software in 2024

Element451 Named Overall Enrollment Management Solution Provider by EdTech Breakthrough

Element451's New Partner Network Accelerates How Higher Education Translates AI into Better Student Experiences

Element451’s Latest AI Product Turns College Websites into Personalized Q&A Machines

Innovation Is The Key To Achieving Success For Community College Students

 Learn from Enrollify's top creators at Engage Summit.

Meet Enrollify Experts at the 2024 Engage Summit

Element451 Introduces the World's First AI Assistants for Higher Ed

Your blueprint for effectively engaging, supporting, and retaining graduate students.

Guide to Graduate Marketing in 2024

Expert insights and actionable AI strategies for your institution.

Engage Summit 2024: Deep Dive into AI in Higher Ed

How to bridge the gap between two critical departments. 

Uniting Athletics and Admissions for Recruitment Success

AI assistants are reshaping how institutions engage with and serve students.

Revolutionizing Higher Ed with AI Assistants

New York Times bestselling author Jeff Selingo shares “what’s next” for graduate enrollment, student recruitment, and how technology is reshaping the academic landscape.

Mastering the Next Podcast: What's Next for Jeff Selingo?

Unleash the potential of AI in education, connect with industry leaders, and enjoy unforgettable fun at the must-attend summit of the year.

2024 Engage Summit: Network, Innovate, Celebrate

How Muhlenberg College and Trinity Valley Community College experienced an immediate leap in student engagement and enrollment metrics.

Moving to a Modern, AI-Powered CRM to Increase Student Engagement and Enrollment

Learn from the industry's leading minds at the 2024 Engage Summit.

2024 Engage Summit: Expert Speakers, Innovative Insights

SORA is poised to revolutionize higher education marketing and content creation strategies.

How OpenAI's SORA is Transforming Higher Education Video Content

How Muhlenberg College achieved groundbreaking success using Element451.

Changing CRMs to Increase Interest and Enrollment

Explore the next generation of tech-driven student engagement. 

AI Got You: Transforming Higher Education at the 2024 Engage Summit 

Gauging AI readiness for colleges and universities.

Actionable AI: The AI-Ready Campus

Transforming how colleges assess talent with artificial intelligence.

How AI Rethinks Grades and Bias in Admissions

Leveraging AI for enhanced teaching & learning.

Actionable AI for Teaching & Learning

Shaping tomorrow's AI-driven educational landscape, today.

Element451 at the Future Campus Summit

A timeline of our history as we celebrate our 6th birthday!

Element451 Turns 6!

 Transforming institutions into efficiency powerhouses.

Actionable AI for Productivity

Revolutionize Your Workflow with Element451's Enhanced Copilot

Reflecting on the accomplishments of our incredible partners.

Element451 Wrapped: A Look Back at 2023

Transforming the student journey with AI.

Actionable AI for the Student Experience

Converting abstract AI concepts into tangible solutions. 

Actionable AI: Making Sense of Artificial Intelligence

Exploring AI’s transformative potential June 25-26 in Durham, NC.

2024 Engage Summit: The Next Generation of Tech-Driven Student Engagement

We are officially this season's sponsor of Josie and the Podcast, hosted by Dr. Josie Alquist.

Josie and the Podcast: Sponsored by Element451

How AI is Reshaping Higher Ed Admissions

Harnessing AI with ChatGPT prompts, checklists, and more.

AMA 2023 Recap: AI to Solve the Biggest Marketing Challenges

Boosting enrollment and welcoming the largest incoming class in years.

Q&A: Inside Villa Maria's 14% Enrollment Increase

Strategic acquisition promises a fresh perspective on higher ed learning and development. 

Element451 Acquires Enrollify: Setting a New Standard in Higher Ed Marketing Education and Development

Graduate programs face staffing and resource challenges. Discover strategies to enhance enrollment efforts with AI integration.

Small Team, Big Results: Supercharge Your Graduate Enrollment with AI

The Enrollify Podcast Network: Your Key to Professional Development

Goodbye writer's block, hello superhero status.

Webinar Recap — The Robin to Your Batman: Integrating AI Into Your Recruitment Strategy

Blinn College took the stage at TACRAO 2023 to share their incredible success from using Element451.

TACRAO 2023: CRM Software Just for Marketing? Think Again

Transforming higher education with the right technology solution.

Webinar Recap: The Intersection of Technology and Student Success

In a recent Volt article, we learn from Shane Baglini about how change in higher ed is not just necessary but liberating. 

Embracing Change to Elevate Your Higher Ed Marketing Tech

Learn how to effectively utilize our Checklist for Selecting an AI Partner, featured in The Definitive Guide to AI in Higher Education.

A Checklist for Selecting an AI Partner

Brian Piper, Director of Content Strategy and Assessment at the University of Rochester, leads the charge in integrating AI into higher education at this year's AI Summit.

AI Summit 2023 Recap: Integrating AI into Your Content Creation with Brian Piper

View our session highlights from the first-ever Higher Ed Marketer’s AI Summit.

In-Depth Dive: The Complete AI Summit 2023 Recap

Exploring the impact of AI in marketing and enrollment.

Power Emails with AI: Crafting Campaigns with Artificial Intelligence

At this year's Higher Ed Marketer's AI Summit, Jaime Hunt shares insights on optimizing AI for administration.

AI Summit 2023 Recap: Using AI for Administrative Functions with Jaime Hunt

Adopting AI

AI's impact in the industry and skill building for the future.

The Future of Work

Kyle Campbell, a higher ed marketing innovator, shared an engaging session at The Higher Ed Marketer’s AI Summit with insights for educators around ethics in AI.

AI Summit 2023 Recap: Riding the Exponential: How to Think About AI Without Losing Your Mind with Kyle Campbell

The surprising upside to AI in admissions.

Higher Ed Is Thinking Too Small about AI

As you explore higher education CRM platforms, check out these Ellucian alternatives and competitors to achieve your enrollment and engagement goals.

7 Ellucian Alternatives & Competitors for Student Management

AI's role in college admissions sparks debate. Some see revolutionary potential, while others worry about bias. We believe AI empowers institutions. 

The Role of AI in Shaping Inclusive Education

Creating a frictionless student experience and moving from data insight to data action.

What We Learned at EDUCAUSE 2023

The Robin to Your Batman: Integrating AI Into Your Recruitment Strategy

The opportunities presented by AI in higher education.

AI in Higher Education

How TVCC increased staff effectiveness and made 1-1 personalized interactions with every student a reality.

Webinar Recap: How Trinity Valley is Redefining Student Success

As you explore higher education CRM platforms, check out these TargetX alternatives and competitors to achieve your enrollment and engagement goals.

6 TargetX Alternatives & Competitors for Student Management

Get a solid grasp of the foundational AI types and their relevance in education.

The Era of AI: Now and Tomorrow

Resources to Integrate AI Into Your Recruitment Strategy — HighEdWeb 2023

Bridge the gap between the latest tech advancements and institutional success.

The Definitive Guide to AI in Higher Education

Jacquelyn Thompson from Florida State, addresses challenges in higher education, focusing on the power of segmentation and her team's innovative tactics.

🎧 Optimizing Your Marketing for Student Success with Jacquelyn Thompson

A 14% enrollment surge and historic incoming class.

Villa Maria College: 14% Enrollment Increase and Largest Class in 25 Years

Get to know Element451's CMO, Brandon Hurter.

Brandon Hurter Named Element451's Chief Marketing Officer to Spearhead AI-Driven Growth

Get to know Element451's newest team member, Dr. Ray Lutzky.

Welcome Dr. Ray Lutzky: Element451’s New VP of Strategic Partnerships

Hear from Allison Turcio, AVP of Enrollment and Marketing at Siena College, about her successful academic marketing strategies.

🎧 Designing An Unforgettable Student Experience with Allison Turcio

Discover the crucial link between students' emotional decisions and your school's enrollment strategies in this Enrollify podcast episode.

🎧 How To Add Empathy To Your Comms Plans with Day Kibilds

In this Enrollify episode, hear from Lenell Hahn, Director of Admissions at SEMO, about the transformative potential of direct admission

🎧 How to Automate In-House Direct Admissions with Lenell Hahn

If you’re in the market for a higher education CRM, find EAB alternatives and competitors that perfectly suit your enrollment and engagement goals.

EAB Alternatives & Competitors

On a recent Enrollify podcast episode, host Zach Busekrus discussed the exciting AI possibilities with Petar Djordjevic, CTO of Element451.

🎧 Unleashing the Power of AI: A Conversation with Petar Djordjevic

Enrollify's Zach Busekrus interviews Ardis Kadiu, exploring our mission, educational efforts, and AI's impact on enrollment and engagement.

🎧 The Future Of AI In Higher Ed Marketing With Ardis Kadiu

Say goodbye to writer's block and hello to superhero status.

Element451 at HighEdWeb: Your AI Masterclass

How AI can create a friction-free student experience and inform decision-making.

EDUCAUSE 2023: Solving the Biggest Challenges with AI

CRM platforms aid recruiting and admissions efforts. Explore Slate alternatives to compare platforms and find the best Slate competitors on the market.

Slate Alternatives & Higher Ed CRM Competitors 

NACAC 2023 Recap: The Power of AI

How the right technology can increase staff effectiveness and make 1-1 personalized interactions with every student a reality.

The Future is Personal: How Trinity Valley is Redefining Student Success

A close look at Element451, Slate, and Salesforce for  admissions and recruiting success.

CRM for Admissions: Element451, Slate, or Salesforce?

See why we're finalists in the AI + Data Analytics and Digital Transformation categories.

Element451 Named Finalist in the 2023 NC Tech Awards

Community college admissions staff can implement practical tips to improve the student application process and remove barriers to entry with Element451.

Admissions Strategies for Community College Students: How to Attract Students

From no communication strategy to sold-out events.

How United Aviate Academy Is Connecting With Students and Increasing Event Attendance

Discover the possibilities of student journey mapping with Mike McGetrick.

🎧 Michael McGetrick, Principal, Creative & Interactive Service at Spark451 Inc. 

Ty Fujimura explores AI's pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education.

🎧 Ty Fujimura, Chief Product Officer at Element451 

Devin Purgason, from Forsyth Tech, discusses his distinctive role and the transformative initiatives at the college.

🎧 Devin Purgason, Executive Director of Marketing and Student Care at Forsyth Technical Community College

How Forsyth Technical Community College leverages Element451 to solve the biggest higher ed challenges.

Overcoming Recruiting and Engagement Challenges with Forsyth Tech

CRM platforms allow colleges to collect student data, automate marketing, and enhance user experiences. Improve the student lifecycle management with a CRM.

What is a Higher Education CRM? 

We're the exclusive AI hub with over 20 informative sessions at NACAC 2023. Discover our lineup.

NACAC 2023: Sessions You Can't Miss!

ChatGPT prompts for content reverse engineering and deeper audience engagement.

Reverse Engineering Content with ChatGPT for Higher Ed

From outdated outreach to engagement that converts.

How Element451 Helped Fayetteville Tech Reach a 5% Enrollment Increase

Providing a cohesive journey for a non-traditional enrollment funnel.

How Element451 Makes RIT Certified's Marketing Team of 1 Feel Like 10

How simple interactions make all the difference with today's learners.

How TVCC Personalizes Every Step of the Student Journey

Dig in to our collection of articles about ways to best serve students and reach enrollment goals.

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Blog Posts + Articles

Dig in to our collection of articles about ways to best serve students and reach enrollment goals.

Practical ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Higher Education Marketers and Recruiters

Engage Academy: Prompt Engineering for Higher Education

Element451 Launches Bolt AI

Will AI Reduce or Enforce Biases in College Admissions?

AI in College Admissions: Summer Melt Has Changed (Forever)

Predict 101 for Enrollment Management

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