Encoura Research Papers

Explore research and practical insights to better understand the constituents you serve, navigate changes in higher education, and strengthen your institution’s strategies.

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

2026 College Planning Report

Explore how high school students research and choose colleges in Encoura’s 2026 College Planning Report, with insights to guide your enrollment strategy.

Read Now

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

2025 Graduate Student Recruitment Report

Discover what drives graduate students’ enrollment decisions in Encoura’s 2025 Graduate Student Recruitment Report, with insights to strengthen recruitment.

Read Now

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

2026 College Affordability and Financial Aid Communication Practices Report

Explore Encoura’s 2026 research on college affordability and financial aid communications, with insights to help clarify cost, aid, and value for families.

Read Now

STUDENT SUCCESS

2026 First-Year Motivations to Complete College Report

Explore Encoura’s 2026 report on first-year student motivations to complete college, with insights to inform student support and retention strategies.

Read Now

ADVANCEMENT

2026 Drivers of Family Giving Report

Explore Encoura’s 2026 Drivers of Family Giving Report for insights into what motivates families to give and how to strengthen your fundraising strategy.

Read Now

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

2026 Students’ Perceptions of College Financing Report

Explore Encoura’s 2026 research on students’ perceptions of college financing, with insights to help institutions understand how students view paying for college.

Read Now