The global higher education sector has serious challenges, which have been accelerated due to COVID-19. Retention, engagement and employability are higher education hot-button issues for providers, policymakers and the public. These challenges are complex: there is no one solution to fixing them, but this preliminary study suggests that accessible peer mentoring through Vygo contributes to solving them and gives students a better chance of success.
In particular, 62% of students who were contemplating discontinuing their studies are now determined to keep pursuing them, after having easier to access mentoring and support services.
How technology enables peer mentoring outcomes.
Bridging the gap between institutions and their students through accessible support.
Recommendations on how to strengthen retention, engagement and employability at institutions.
Vygo 2021