Mainstay (formerly AdmitHub)
The student engagement platform that guides students from enrollment to graduation.
Overview
Mainstay is a student engagement platform that leverages conversational AI to support students throughout their educational journey. It provides a chatbot that can answer student questions 24/7, send proactive reminders, and connect students with the right resources. The platform is used for a variety of purposes, including admissions, financial aid, and academic advising, with the goal of improving student outcomes by providing timely and personalized support.
✨ Key Features
- Conversational AI Chatbot
- Proactive Nudges and Reminders
- Knowledge Base Management
- Live Chat with Staff
- Behavioral Intelligence and Analytics
- Campaign Management
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on empathetic, human-like conversations.
- Expertise in behavioral intelligence and nudging.
- Proven results in improving 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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