
Upswing’s Equity in Education 2025 Virtual Conference: Navigating the New Frontier in Higher Education
The higher education landscape is undergoing significant transformations. From a looming demographic decline to escalating mental health challenges and persistent equity gaps, institutions must proactively address these issues to ensure student success and institutional resilience. Upswing’s upcoming free Equity in Education Virtual Conference on Tuesday, June 17th at 10 AM ET offers a platform for higher education professionals to explore

Switching to Upswing: A Seamless Transition for Your Institution’s Tutoring Needs
As colleges and universities face unexpected changes in their student support services, the transition to a new tutoring provider can be daunting. Whether due to the closure of a previous 3rd party provider or the need for a more robust platform, switching doesn’t have to be hard. Upswing provides an all-in-one tutoring solution that ensures your institution continues to offer

Upswing Partners with Togetherall to Provide Peer-to-Peer Mental Health Support
Upswing, the premier technology company empowering non-traditional and historically marginalized students through accessible wraparound student services and engagement tools, and Togetherall, the leading peer-to-peer mental health support platform today announced a joint partnership aimed at expanding peer-driven mental health support. This collaboration integrates Togetherall’s peer-driven mental health platform into Upswing’s holistic student support model, ensuring students have accessible and stigma-free

Upswing Launches New BI Tool for Greater Admin Insights
In the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, institutions are increasingly turning to innovative tools to make data-driven decisions that drive student success. One such tool gaining traction is Domo, a powerful cloud-based business intelligence platform that enhances how colleges and universities manage, analyze, and collaborate with data. Upswing has integrated Domo into its platform to deliver unparalleled insights into

2025 Enrollment Cliff & How to Engage, Support, & Retain Adult Learners
The 2025 enrollment cliff is one of the most significant challenges higher education institutions will face in the coming years. Declining birth rates following the 2008 Great Recession have resulted in fewer traditional college-aged students, creating a projected sharp drop in enrollment that threatens the financial stability of many colleges and universities. However, this demographic shift also presents an opportunity

Upswing and Single Stop Announce Partnership to Empower Marginalized Students
Upswing, the premier technology company empowering students, staff, and administrators with modern student services that drive degree attainment, and Single Stop, the leading technology platform dedicated to connecting individuals and families with eligible public benefits, case management, and wrap-around support, today announced a joint partnership aimed at expanding access to essential resources for non-traditional and historically marginalized students. This collaboration

Avoiding the Demographic Cliff: How Upswing Helps Struggling Colleges Overcome Financial Distress
A recent working paper from the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia paints a stark picture for U.S. higher education: nearly 80 colleges could face closure within the next five years. Factors such as declining enrollments, rising operational costs, and the impending “demographic cliff” are creating a perfect storm of financial distress. For institutions serving as economic and cultural anchors in

Upswing + Panola College: An Impactful Partnership Driving Student Retention and Success
Nestled in the heart of Carthage, Texas, Panola College is more than just an institution of higher learning; it’s a cornerstone of its community. Serving over 2,000 students annually, Panola stands out for its personalized approach to education. Yet, even with its strong foundation, like many other institutions, Panola faced unprecedented hurdles when the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional learning environments.

High-Dosage Tutoring: A Comprehensive Approach to Closing Learning Gaps
High-dosage tutoring is increasingly recognized as one of the most effective methods for accelerating student learning, especially for those facing significant educational challenges. This approach, defined by frequent, structured sessions delivered in small groups or one-on-one, has the potential to transform educational outcomes for students. By incorporating high-dosage tutoring into educational systems, institutions can provide targeted, personalized instruction that meets

Maximize Student Retention and Revenue with Upswing’s ROI Calculator
In today’s budget-conscious environment, Upswing understands the pressure colleges and universities face to stretch every dollar without sacrificing student support. We believe that all students—especially nontraditional and historically marginalized groups—deserve high-quality, holistic resources to help them reach graduation. To make this goal a reality, Upswing has introduced two essential tools: a powerful ROI Calculator that demonstrates the value of student

The Rise of Distance Learning: Empowering Nontraditional Students
As we navigate the landscape of post-pandemic education, one undeniable trend has emerged: the significant increase in distance learning options. This shift has not only transformed the way we approach education, but has also opened doors for nontraditional students and adult learners, offering them unprecedented convenience and flexibility. Today, distance learning provides access that particularly benefits nontraditional students juggling work,

Why Colleges Need to Focus on Student Retention Over Enrollment
In a recent interview with Harbinger Lane, Upswing CEO Melvin Hines shared his insights on why colleges and universities must shift their focus from merely boosting enrollment to actively supporting student retention. As Melvin explained, retention is not only crucial to student success, but also a key driver of institutional growth and resilience in today’s competitive educational landscape. In the