Risely AI: AI Platform Automating Student Retention and Success Workflows for Colleges
By
Sadia Saifuddin
9mo ago· 2 min readenProduct
55/100
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Summary
Risely AI is an AI-powered platform that helps colleges and universities improve student retention by automating student success workflows. Founded by Sadia, who experienced financial aid challenges as a UC Berkeley student, the platform addresses the problem where 1 in 3 college students drop out due to inadequate support. Risely's AI Advisor identifies at-risk students, creates personalized outreach, and develops intervention plans to help institutions scale student support and reduce the $34 million average annual loss in tuition from dropouts.
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When I was a student at UC Berkeley, I faced the harsh reality of having all my financial aid withdrawn overnight
Risely's AI Advisor instantly flags at-risk students, drafts personalized outreach in seconds, and rapidly creates intervention plans
advisor support was nearly impossible to access, with appointments booked weeks in advance
Risely's AI Advisor instantly flags at-risk students, drafts personalized outreach in seconds, and rapidly creates intervention plans to help colleges improve retention and scale student support.
