Higher education is constantly evolving, and top universities are always looking for new ways to create the best possible student experiences. That’s why we’re excited to announce that in 2024, Guidebook proudly serves 75% of the top 50 colleges in the U.S., according to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report! Universities like Princeton, MIT, and Stanford are using Guidebook’s mobile platform to streamline operations, enhance communication, and build stronger, more engaged campus communities. From helping new students navigate orientation to keeping alumni connected long after graduation, Guidebook supports the entire student journey—from admissions to alumni and beyond. Here’s why these top institutions are choosing Guidebook to transform their campus experience:

Why Top Colleges Choose Guidebook

Leading universities turn to Guidebook because we make campus life simpler, more engaging, more personalized, and a whole lot more efficient. Here’s how we’re helping schools like Princeton and Caltech create exceptional experiences:

1. Engaging Students from Admissions to Alumni

From the first campus tour to graduation day (and long after!), Guidebook helps universities keep students informed and connected. With features like self-guided mobile campus tours, interactive maps, personalized schedules, and instant updates, we’re there for every step of their academic journey. Even after graduation, alumni can stay engaged using the platform to attend reunions and stay connected with their alma mater. Guidebook fosters lifelong connections from day one to alumni events and beyond.

2. Saving Time, Money—and the Planet

Printing thousands of event programs and schedules? It’s costly and not very environmentally-friendly. Schools like MIT, Northwestern and many more are going digital with Guidebook, saving time, money and reducing their environmental impact.  In 2020, Indiana Tech’s printing costs had increased to $4350 per event for booklets and envelopes alone, not including correction inserts for last-minute edits. And the majority of students and families expressed it was challenging to connect to campus while sharing one booklet and shuffling through multiple papers. They were able to remove those costs and inefficiencies completely, you can read the full story here.  The University of Manchester in the UK went from printing 40,000 booklets each year for their Open Day events, to zero. Not only did this have a positive environmental impact, but they estimate it saved each staff member 2-3 hours per event.  Through our One Tree Planted initiative, every guide built results in a tree being planted, meaning Guidebook helps universities reduce paper waste and make a positive impact on the planet.

3. Building Stronger Campus Communities

At schools like Duke and Johns Hopkins, Guidebook’s communication tools keep students, staff, and alumni in the loop with real-time notifications and updates. From event reminders to urgent campus alerts, Guidebook ensures no one misses a beat. By making communication easy and effective, Guidebook helps universities build stronger, more connected campus communities.

Ready to Transform Your Campus Experience?

Looking to boost engagement, streamline communication, and build a stronger community? Guidebook is here to help. We’ve partnered with top institutions, and we’re ready to support your campus from admissions to alumni and beyond. Reach out today to discover how Guidebook can elevate your university’s experience.