Compendium of Program Revitalization Case Studies

As academic program portfolios come under greater scrutiny, provosts, deans, and academic affairs teams need practical ways to strengthen or reposition programs facing enrollment declines or questions about market relevance. The challenge is not simply deciding which programs to invest in or cut; it is identifying where targeted, evidence-based revitalization can restore momentum before decline becomes more difficult to reverse.

EAB’s Compendium of Program Revitalization Case Studies brings together a research-backed framework, a glossary of proven tactics, and 35+ real-world examples of undergraduate programs that stabilized or grew enrollment. The resource distills lessons from a range of institutions and disciplines into five core levers leaders can use to diagnose program challenges, prioritize the right interventions, and strengthen both student interest and employer value.