Case Study: Columbia College Chicago achieves 34% enrollment growth with Othot Student Success Platform

Columbia College Chicago grows enrollment 34% and adds $1M NTR with Othot

Columbia College Chicago, a private arts and media college, sought to validate and update its financial aid strategy to increase enrollment and maximize its return on investment. The institution partnered with Othot, using its advanced analytics and Student Success platform, to gain deeper insights into aid leveraging and student behavior.

By implementing Othot's predictive data science models and platform features like the matrix, the college gained transparency and the ability to test financial aid strategies with precision. The solution provided by Othot resulted in a 34% increase in new student enrollment, a gain of over $1 million in net tuition revenue in the first year, and a 14% increase in student diversity. The platform enabled more strategic aid allocations and data-driven decision-making.

Columbia College Chicago