Student experience in higher education extends far beyond traditional concepts. It touches every interaction a prospective or enrolled student has with your institution, influencing their journey from inquiry to graduation. As student expectations rise and competition among institutions grows, delivering exceptional service becomes not just a goal but a necessity.
Meritto’s Higher Education CRM serves as the cornerstone for revolutionizing customer service. By addressing the challenges that institutions face—resource limitations, technological inefficiencies, and communication barriers—it empowers enrollment teams worldwide to create seamless, student-centric experiences.
1. Adopt a Customer-Centric Mindset
A student-first approach ensures inquiries are met with clarity and responsiveness. Meritto’s 360° Lead Nurturing centralizes student data, enabling teams to personalize communications and address questions quickly. Features like automated follow-ups ensure no inquiry goes unanswered.
Pro Tip: Use Meritto’s Unified Campaign Manager to monitor lead performance and customize outreach strategies.
2. Embrace Personalization
Today’s students expect tailored experiences. Meritto’s Hyper-Personalized Communication enables institutions to deliver emails, SMS, and WhatsApp messages aligned with individual preferences. This fosters trust and builds stronger connections.
Use Case: Segment prospective students by location or program preference and send curated messages to improve engagement.
3. Leverage Multichannel and 24/7 Support
Meritto’s Unified Communication Suite ensures institutions can connect with students across channels like email, social media, and chat. With built-in tools like multilingual SMS and WhatsApp integration, teams can maintain 24/7 accessibility.
Why It Works: Students receive timely assistance, boosting satisfaction and reducing frustration.
4. Ensure Timely Responses
Quick response times are critical to converting leads. Meritto automates routine tasks, such as sending reminders or acknowledging application submissions, cutting response times from days to minutes.
Real Impact: Institutions report faster conversions by automating application reminders and follow-ups.
5. Empower Through Digital Transformation
Meritto’s purpose-built CRM integrates admissions, marketing, and finance functions on one platform. By unifying data from disparate systems, institutions gain a real-time, bird’s-eye view of their operations.
Key features include:
- Dynamic Lead Allocation: Distribute inquiries automatically based on predefined criteria.
- Robust Reporting Engine: Analyze team performance and optimize workflows for better outcomes.
6. Foster Inclusivity and Cultural Sensitivity
Meritto’s multilingual communication tools help institutions reach diverse student groups effectively. Features like automated interview workflows and virtual document verification simplify processes for international students.
Example: Institutions can guide non-native speakers through complex enrollment steps with pre-translated communications.
7. Gather and Act on Feedback
Meritto makes it easy to collect feedback at every touchpoint. Through tools like the Student Portal, students can share concerns or suggestions, ensuring institutions stay aligned with their needs.
Pro Tip: Use the feedback loop feature in Meritto’s Query Management System to address student concerns proactively.
Challenges Addressed by Meritto
- Resource Constraints: Automate repetitive tasks to free up your team for strategic priorities.
- Technological Gaps: Integrate data across platforms for real-time insights.
- Communication Barriers: Streamline interactions with one-view dashboards and unified messaging systems.
Transform Admissions with Meritto’s Education CRM
Meritto transforms admissions workflows by providing tools like:
- Centralized Lead Management: Capture leads from multiple sources on one platform.
- Post-Application Automation: Enable workflows for approvals, interviews, and more.
- Unified Payment Stack: Simplify fee collection with flexible plans and real-time tracking.
By automating these processes, Meritto empowers teams to focus on what truly matters: building relationships and driving enrollments.
Why Meritto Is the Future of Enrollment Management
Trusted by over 1,000 global educational organizations, Meritto is more than a CRM—it’s an operating system designed to scale enrollments while enhancing the student experience. Institutions using Meritto report significant improvements in efficiency, engagement, and ROI.
Ready to redefine your enrollment strategy? Schedule a demo today and see how Meritto can transform your institution’s approach to student success.
