Boxcar Digital is your locally-rooted partner uniquely equipped to meet the nuanced enrollment challenges of New York’s colleges and universities, from full-time to non-traditional, part time and professional programs.
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Meeting the student where they are
Built for a cookie-less future, Boxcar Digital leverages first party data and emerging digital tactics to unlock engagement that augments your in-house team and beats your current agency.
SMS & Mobile Messaging
No more emails lost in inboxes.
Social Domination
TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Spotify content developed specifically for each platform.
AEO Optimization
Precision targeting of neighborhoods, districts, and counties to reach the right students at exactly the right moment.
Program & Affinity-Based Marketing
No more generic campaigns. Memes for engineering, ambition-driven videos for business, real-world content for continuing education.
Enrollment is Evolving. We’re Leading the Way.
Boxcar Digital transforms every touchpoint into an impactful moment.
Pre-Marketing
Engaging students (and parents!) long before campus visits or college fairs.

Active Recruitment
Intelligent creative and personalized digital experiences from application season kickoff to final deadlines.

Data-driven follow-ups throughout acceptance windows, driving yield higher.

Alumni & Fundraising
Continuous, evergreen relationship-building beyond graduation.
Why Colleges Choose Boxcar Digital

Boxcar Digital helps institutions recruit smarter and engage deeper.
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Boxcar Digital builds content that breaks through the scroll.
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Boxcar Digital personalizes outreach that scales with confidence.
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Boxcar Digital is the enrollment team’s sixth man and secret weapon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Boxcar Digital?

We’re a small, embedded team of designers, engineers and marketers who work closely with strategists and content leads, so the creative is always grounded in the message.
Can Boxcar Digital manage recruitment for specific programs?

Yes! Boxcar Digital can target and manage recruitment for specific programs, using tailored strategies and audience segmentation to maximize enrollment success.
How does Boxcar Digital handle student data privacy and compliance?

Boxcar Digital follows rigorous Secure Advisory Framework guidelines, adhering strictly to FERPA, CCPA, NYS standards and best-in-class data privacy practices.
Do we have to replace our entire marketing approach?

No! Our discovery process analyzes what’s already working and identifies areas for optimization, so we can enhance your current strategy rather than replace it entirely.
What does mobile-first mean?

Mobile-first means designing and optimizing your website for mobile devices first, ensuring fast, responsive and user-friendly experiences that search engines prioritize.
What is Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)?
