The American University of Paris
Adding $1.3M in Tuition Revenue & Reducing Melt to <1% with Raftr
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“Raftr has made it easier to showcase the student experience and connect admitted students with current students, which has significantly enhanced engagement and reduced the number of anxious inquiries we receive.”
Amanda Carroll
Associate Director of US Admissions
The American University of Paris
Discover how The American University of Paris (AUP) leveraged Raftr’s YieldRaiser solution to enhance student engagement, streamline communications, and boost new student yield.
By creating a centralized hub for admitted students, The American University of Paris successfully fostered community connections & eased the transition for international students for improved new student yield.
You’ll Discover How:
YieldRaiser added $1.3M in tuition revenue
The team at AUP saved staff time by reducing individual student inquiries
AUP built a vibrant peer community that boosted confidence and belonging before day one
Meet The AUP Team Members that Manage Raftr
Amanda Carroll
Location: Boise, ID
Title: Associate Director of US Admissions
Territory: West Coast, USC-Fall FYA
With The AUP since August 2021
Amanda was hired as our regional for the Northeast of the US & Canada, but took over the West Coast US & Canada in August 2023.
She now serves as an Associate Director of US Admissions at The AUP and Director of our Counselor Advisory Board. Previously, Amanda worked as an Admissions Counselor at Allegheny College, a small liberal arts college in Pennsylvania that is a member of the Colleges That Change Lives.
Before that, she worked in marine biology at a sea turtle, dolphin, and whale hospital. Amanda attended Allegheny College for a B.S. in Environmental Science. She studied abroad in both Australia and Sri Lanka as part of her university experience.
Shaqueline Oberdoerster
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Title: Director of US Admissions
Territory: Pennsylvania, Colorado
With AUP since August 2019
Shaqueline has been in education for nearly 15 years, and in admissions for close to 10. While she began her studies at NYU double majoring in journalism and political science, she eventually graduated from the University of Michigan in elementary education and went on to receive a graduate degree in Urban Teaching in 2015. She spent a formative semester studying abroad through NYU in Prague in 2006 and has been passionate about advocating for the life-altering benefits of international education ever since, and has found her niche at the special place that is AUP.
She provides oversight for the US Admissions team on day-to-day operations in addition to developing a higher-level strategy to meet enrollment goals for the university.