Data Storage and Analytics: Maximizing Data for Student Success

Data is an abundant resource for higher education institutions, and many colleges and universities are exploring or embracing new technologies to make the most of the information they have. However, fewer than two-thirds of respondents in Inside Higher Ed's 2025 Survey of Campus Chief Technology/Information Officers believe their institution is effectively leveraging data.

In another discrepancy from the survey, more than two-thirds of respondents said leveraging data to drive student success is a priority, yet only one-third of CTOs said IT investments over the past 10 years meant to power student success have been effective. Where are these differences stemming and how can institutions overcome them?

In this Decision Guide, higher education IT and student success experts break down how institutions can better define outcomes and make more effective use of one of their most important resources: data.

Download this report to uncover pragmatic strategies for using data effectively to drive student success.