Shelton State Achieves a 69% Increase in Dual Enrollment with Cadence Text

Shelton State Community College saw enrollment rates and dual enrollment populations surge in its first year after modernizing communications with Cadence Text and Chat.

The Challenge
Shelton State Community College (SSCC) faced significant recruiting challenges. They needed to adapt their communication strategy to better reach and connect with prospective students. With a goal to increase freshman enrollment by 10%, they searched for an easy-to-use and implement engagement platform with automation to scale.

The Solution
Shelton State implemented Mongoose’s Cadence Text and Chat solutions, enabling the platform’s two-way Target X CRM integration. Mongoose came highly recommended by peers and is known to offer the highest level of client support in the industry. Within three months of partnership, SSCC saw results.

The Results
Dual enrollment increased 68%, and freshman enrollment increased 7.5% with the help of Mongoose Cadence. Transient enrollment rose by 8.6%. Staff time was saved by shifting from spreadsheet planning to Cadence’s automated engagement platform and CRM integration. Event attendance grew by 60% using Cadence Text.

Looking to Expand
Shelton State was able to build authentic connections with prospective students, exceeding their enrollment goals. Staff is able to do more with limited time and resources by reducing tedious processes. The school is looking to expand to other departments, beginning with student services.

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Shelton State Achieves a 69% Increase in Dual Enrollment with Cadence Text

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