The opportunity
Search demand for Higher Education
Prospective students shortlist programs months before a deadline, often starting with a degree search. That is the customer context an organic search plan has to respect.
The intent model needs to account for this pattern: Families and learners search by program, age or grade, skill level, schedule, location, tuition, outcomes, and enrollment window. Research should group those needs by the decision behind the query, not just by monthly search volume. The stated market need is specific: Put your programs in front of students building an application shortlist.
