Client Profile
Ball State University – Founded in 1918, Ball State University (BSU) is a public research university located in Muncie, Indiana. Recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, BSU enrolls approximately 20,440 students, offering a wide range of undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and specialist degree programs across seven academic colleges. The university provides over 120 undergraduate majors and more than 100 graduate programs.Through its emphasis on immersive learning, sustainability, and community partnerships, Ball State contributes to economic development and enhances the quality of life for citizens in Indiana and beyond. Its immersive learning projects have engaged faculty and students in over 1,250 real-world initiatives impacting all 92 counties in Indiana. Additionally, BSU is committed to environmental stewardship, with a goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2030.Ball State University prepares highly skilled and socially responsible graduates through its innovative programs and dedication to fostering creativity, intellectual curiosity, and values-based education. Its vibrant campus life includes more than 350 student organizations, NCAA Division I athletics, and a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities.
Case Study: Driving Diversity Awareness for Ball University
The Challenge
Ball University sought to enhance its campus diversity initiatives by increasing awareness among prospective students from underrepresented backgrounds. The goal was to position Ball University as a leader in inclusivity and attract a broader, more diverse applicant pool.
The Solution
Equality Metrics partnered with Ball University to design a tailored campaign leveraging its expertise in digital diversity recruitment. The strategy included:
- Geo-targeted Advertising: Focused on metropolitan areas with high diversity indexes.
- Custom Creative Content: Highlighted student testimonials and campus life stories centered on inclusion.
- Cross-Platform Engagement: Ran ads across social media, programmatic display, and search, amplifying reach through partnerships with key educational organizations.
- Actionable Analytics: Implemented detailed attribution studies to track campaign effectiveness and optimize in real-time.
The Results
The campaign exceeded expectations:
- 125,000 website visits attributed to the campaign.
- 4.5% increase in enrollment applications from target demographics.
- 60% of responses originated from first-time website visitors.
- 3x Return on Investment (ROI) based on enrollment revenue generated.
Conclusion
Equality Metrics’ strategic approach enabled Ball University to achieve its diversity recruitment goals, setting a benchmark for inclusive marketing in higher education.