Trends

Powerful Data Insights
& Analytics for Residence Life

Turn real campus data into meaningful action.

Throughout the academic year, ResLife Portal™ conducts bi-weekly data analysis across participating institutions.

Using anonymously aggregated data, we examine patterns in resident engagement, community development, and residence education to surface trends that matter to today's residence life teams.

This ongoing research equips campuses with evidence-based insight, helping leaders move beyond assumptions and make informed decisions that support students, staff, and institutional goals.

Why These Insights Matter

Residence life teams are balancing more responsibility than ever before. Our analytics help you:

  • Understand how students are actually engaging in residential communities
  • Identify realistic benchmarks for programming and participation
  • Support assessment, reporting, and strategic planning with credible data
  • Ground conversations with leadership in longitudinal, sector-specific trends

All insights are derived from real operational data, not surveys or self-reported estimates.

Access Options: Flexible to Fit Your Campus Needs

Option A:

Trends PDF Report (One-Time Purchase)

  • Single institutional license
  • Available in January report or June report editions
  • Ideal for snapshot insights, assessment reports, or leadership briefings

Best for campuses seeking periodic insight without an ongoing commitment.

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Option B:

Trends Subscription (Most Value)

Designed for campuses that want continuous visibility into engagement trends.

Two subscription paths available:

  • Biannual Reports Subscription: January report & June report, including Year-over-year and term-over-term analysis
  • Biannual Reports + Bi-Weekly Trends: January report & June report, plus Bi-weekly trend briefs during the academic year

Ideal for ongoing assessment, data-informed decision-making, and proactive strategy.

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Built for Residence Life Leadership

These insights are designed for:

  • Directors of Residence Life
  • Assistant & Associate Directors
  • Housing & Residential Operations leaders
  • Assessment, planning, and student affairs teams

Whether you're evaluating engagement expectations, refining programming strategies, or advocating for resources, ResLife Portal's analytics help you lead with confidence.

Turn insight into action.

Explore Trends and bring real data into your campus decision-making.

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