Five imperatives for your 2026 digital marketing strategy

Marketing leaders continue to operate in a reality of flat budgets, shrinking teams, and increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable impact on enrollment. Our survey of 120+ higher ed marketing leaders revealed how teams are reallocating resources and rethinking digital strategy amid rising expectations and rapid AI disruption. Build these five imperatives into your 2026 digital strategy to stay ahead in a competitive landscape.

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