James Cryan
Exploring Willow Recommendations: A Counselor's Guide to List-Building and Exploration
While Willow recommends quality programs likely to be a good fit for students, don’t overlook the importance of the "Program Review"...
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The path to meaningful work and livable wages is broken.
Understand the Problem
Education and Training Are More Important Than Ever
70% of jobs by 2027 will require more education.
[Department of Education]
Inequitable Access & Outcomes
Only 25% of students from low-income households graduate college within six years according to the National Center for Education Statistics.
[National Center for Education Statistics]
The Cost of Student Loan Debt
$280 billion in debt is held by 39 million who pursued but didn't complete a degree.
[Federal Reserve Bank of New York]
Uncertain Value of College
Over 25% of bachelor’s degree programs have a negative ROI according to the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity.
[Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity]
The Willow Solution
Personalized Recommendations
Tailored, career-connected program suggestions based on a student's unique interests, goals, and financial situation.
Biased Towards Excellence
Unlike other platforms, Willow is proudly biased toward quality education paths, ensuring every student finds their best-fit, best-quality next step.
Comprehensive Career-Connected Database
Navigate an extensive array of postsecondary options, from colleges to apprenticeships and professional pathways
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Transparent Costing
Real-time program cost estimates with a focus on ROI.
Simple to Use
An intuitive, mobile-first app for students with an easy backend dashboard for counselors to track progress.
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Ongoing Support & Community
Our team has school experience, a dedicated success team member, and a vibrant Slack community of forward-thinking counselors.
Testimonials
Willow is incredible! It helps me, my students, and families find high-quality post-secondary educational options. I would highly recommend working with Willow Ed.
Cassidy, Counselor
Willow is providing students the opportunity to expand their horizons and explore professional pathways that otherwise tend to get overlooked. My students too often miss out on these paths because they simply don't know about them. Being informed is half the battle.
Nuvia, Counselor
Willow is helping us serve all of our students with excellence.
Analise, Charter Network Leader
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