Faculty Engagement and Data-Informed Support Lift Persistence by 4% at Austin Community College

Austin Community College, serving over 70,000 students across eleven campuses, implemented a case management advising model with predictive analytics and faculty engagement to improve student retention. By streamlining caseload management and centralizing student data, the institution achieved significant gains in persistence and completion rates. The approach demonstrates how data-informed support systems and collaborative partnerships can scale personalized student guidance across large, diverse populations.