Mainstay (formerly AdmitHub)
The student engagement platform that guides students from enrollment to graduation.
Overview
Mainstay is the student engagement platform that is powered by behaviorally intelligent chatbots. It is purpose-built to positively influence students and guide them throughout their academic journeys. Hundreds of higher education institutions and college access networks have partnered with Mainstay to support millions of students. With a research-backed approach to student engagement, Mainstay is proven to close equity gaps, boost enrollment, and improve retention.
✨ Key Features
- AI-Powered Chatbots
- Personalized Messaging Campaigns
- Real-Time Analytics
- Integration with CRM, SIS, and LMS
- Knowledge Base Management
- Surveys and Feedback Collection
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Behaviorally intelligent chatbots
- Research-backed approach to student engagement
- Proven impact on student outcomes like enrollment and retention
Unique Value: Provides scalable, personalized, and on-demand support to students via a conversational AI chatbot, helping them navigate the complexities of college.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Significantly increasing student engagement and response rates compared to email.
- Providing scalable, on-demand support for common student questions.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- In-depth, nuanced academic advising conversations that require a human.
- K-12 schools with very young students.
🏆 Alternatives
Focuses more on proactive engagement and behavioral nudges than some other chatbot platforms.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: NA
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