(BPT) - Key Takeaways
- Academic pathways are often riddled with confusion and barriers.
- Learners desire an education, but are often discouraged by affordability, application and enrollment confusion, and a disconnect in career relevance.
- Institutions that integrate AI platforms into their processes can improve student enrollment and educational outcomes.
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