Encoura

Encoura is a leading provider of data science, research, strategic enrollment, and marketing services for over 2,000 member institutions across the nation. With nearly 50 years of experience, Encoura (formerly ACT | NRCCUA) empowers students and institutions to create meaningful connections through innovative technology and data-driven solutions. Our mission is to help institutions find and engage their best-fit students through technology, data science, analytics, and research. We offer a comprehensive platform that provides Eduventures® Research and Advisory Services to guide institutions in making informed decisions regarding enrollment, demographic trends, program planning, and business model strategy. Our omnichannel enrollment services ensure that enrollment campaigns effectively identify and engage ideal prospective students. At Encoura, we provide a user-friendly, interactive, predictive, data-driven, flexible, and comprehensive platform for our clients. Our platform allows users to access CRM-ready, deduplicated data in any format they need, and access data from all sources in one place, including data from the nation’s largest college planning program. Through our innovative solutions and expert guidance, we help institutions optimize their technology tools to enhance the student experience and drive positive outcomes. Our insights into the impact of the pandemic on the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) market and perspectives on teaching and learning ecosystems help institutions stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions for success in today’s rapidly changing educational landscape. Join us at Encoura, where informed decisions begin and where we are dedicated to helping institutions navigate the complex world of technology tools for the student journey. Together, we can create a more effective and student-centered learning environment.