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Acuity Insights

Acuity Insights

Higher Education

Toronto, Ontario 13,068 followers

Helping Higher Education programs see the potential that others miss

About us

Acuity Insights is the leading provider of admissions assessment, program management, and analytics solutions for higher education. Acuity’s solutions help post-secondary institutions deliver on their mission holistically, considering the whole student, widening pathways into higher education, and ensuring both student and program success. We are holistic success advocates – we believe in the power of education, and support the movement towards a more inclusive, equitable approach to admissions for universities and colleges. Our Reach: • Trusted by over 600 higher education programs across the globe, from medical schools, teacher’s education programs, business education, and beyond. • Our Casper situational judgment test (SJT)—the foremost open-response SJT in higher education—is taken by over 150,000 applicants annually. • The Casper test is backed by nearly 20 years of research and evidence. 280,000+ learners access our platforms annually. Distinctions: • Featured on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 list (2021 & 2022). • Recognized as one of Canada's top-growing companies by The Globe and Mail Report on Business for five consecutive years (2019-2023). For a deep dive into how we're shaping the future of higher education, please visit acuityinsights.com.

Industry
Higher Education
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2014
Specialties
Applicant Screening, Non-Cognitive Assessments, Personal Characteristic Screening, Professionalism Screening, Non-academic Assessments, Holistic Assessments, People Skills Screening, Higher Education, University Administration, Higher Education Admissions, Higher Education Program Management, Competency Based Education, Lottery Admissions, Holistic Admissions, Clinical Scheduling, Pre-Clinical Scheduling, Medical Education, Curriculum Mapping, Higher Education Data Analytics, Medical Education Program Management, Enrollment Cliff, and University Recruiting

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  • Why attend #HSSummit25? We’ll tackle the most pressing questions for higher ed admissions and program success at the Holistic Success Summit 2025. With societal shifts, generational transitions, and tech advancements reshaping #HigherEducation, it’s essential to stay ahead of the curve. Don’t miss this two-day virtual event on May 13 & 14 with industry experts, thought leaders, and your peers in #HigherEd from across the globe. Learn with us and get practical tools and proven strategies to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education. Spots are limited. Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/gPKWqJZJ NEW for 2025: Jumpstart your #HSSummit25 experience with our interactive Pre-Summit Workshops – designed to explore critical challenges in higher ed through hands-on learning and peer collaboration. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gv3WZVTi

  • As programs look to move to a Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) model, what strategies can schools take towards successful implementation? In this episode of The Holistic Success Show: Matthew Kay of Acuity Insights outlines actionable steps for medical school leaders to consider as they navigate the transition to CBME. Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/ghiDxEr7 #HolisticSuccessShow #MedEd #MedicalSchools #MedicalEducation #HigherEd

  • Backed by decades of evidence-based research, this is Casper’s 20th year serving the higher education community. How does Acuity Insights engage with the research community to ensure the Casper situational judgment test is a robust, credible, and trusted tool for #HigherEd admissions? This week on The Holistic Success Show: Dr. Kelly Dore and Anju Visen-Singh take a closer look at the widespread adoption of holistic admissions at #HigherEducation institutions around the world – and the continuous innovation of the Casper test based on data-driven insights and rigorous research. Let’s jump in: https://lnkd.in/gnYDXQmv #HolisticSuccessShow #Admissions #CollegeAdmissions

  • We're grateful and proud to be named one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers for 2025 by Canada's Top 100 Employers. Acuity Insights’ recognition speaks to the company’s unwavering commitment to cultivating a people-focused culture of care and curiosity. “This recognition for Acuity is a testament to the incredible team and our shared workplace built on genuine care for one another,” says Meegan Carlson, Vice President, People & Revenue Operations at Acuity Insights. “We are incredibly proud of this achievement and of our culture that proves flexibility and growth go hand in hand.” With a culture of care at the core, Acuity offers a flexible, supportive, and remote-first work environment that emphasizes work-life balance: • Team members enjoy a two-week year-end company closure, self-directed vacation, and a supportive environment that prioritizes growth with a $3,000 annual learning budget. • Acuitians also benefit from equity ownership, comprehensive health and wellness support, parental leave top-ups, and a retirement savings match program. Winners are selected by Canada’s Top 100 based on workplace excellence, positive employment growth, and forward-thinking human resource policies, compared to other organizations in their field. Read on: https://lnkd.in/g5rjfgrp    Check out the full list featured in The Globe and Mail: https://lnkd.in/ejbsVsQQ #TopSME #TopEmployers2025 #BuildWithAcuity

  • This pressing question is echoing the halls across campuses worldwide: How can colleges and universities thrive through technological change in 2025 and beyond? At the Holistic Success Summit 2025, Jay Van Bavel, PhD, Professor of Psychology and Neural Science at New York University, will deliver a thought-provoking keynote address to unpack this timely topic and shatter common assumptions about how #ArtificialIntelligence (AI) is impacting the workplace. Jay Van Bavel’s award-winning research has appeared in The Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Scientific American, and more. His thought-provoking keynote at #HSSummit25 promises to inform and ignite meaningful conversations about harnessing the full potential of AI in the rapidly evolving #HigherEd landscape. Don’t miss the Holistic Success Summit 2025 on May 13 & 14 – a two-day virtual event with industry experts and your peers on proven strategies for driving student and program success. Come learn with us while expanding your network with higher ed professionals and thought leaders from across the globe. Spots are limited. Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/gfYj2NHe 

  • Earlier this week: At the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) Annual Meeting in Seattle, we shared insightful conversations with #HigherEd leaders about streamlining holistic applications reviews and driving student success. In a packed session at #AACRAO2025, Dr. Kelly Dore, Co-Founder and VP, Science and Innovation at Acuity Insights and Adjunct Professor at McMaster University, led a lively discussion around emerging trends in higher education and what admissions teams can expect in 2025 and beyond. Here are key trends to keep top-of-mind: • The increasing adoption of AI by admissions teams to enhance holistic review processes • Declining enrollment is driving focus on recruitment challenges and retention strategies. • Schools are recognizing the critical imperative to communicate the value of #HigherEducation more broadly, not just their own unique value proposition. To dig into more trends and get actionable insights to navigate the changing higher ed landscape, check out our latest report: https://lnkd.in/gHXuQrvX  #AACRAO #EnrollmentManagement #Admissions #CollegeAdmissions #2025Trends

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  • Data management can do wonders in providing valuable insights to inform decision making. This week on The Holistic Success Show: Dr. Shafik Habal, MD, Assistant Dean for Curriculum Management and Reporting at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, joins Dr. Kelly Dore to explore curriculum mapping and the transformative role of technology. Dr. Habal shares insights on essential features of #CurriculumManagement systems and key considerations in selecting the right tools for educational institutions. Let’s dig in: https://lnkd.in/gEXATkhB #HolisticSuccessShow #HigherEd

  • The #FutureOfWork is evolving faster than ever – and business education must stay ahead of the curve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing workforce. Business schools are hearing a clear message from employers: graduates are entering the workforce without the durable skills they need to thrive – skills like communication, problem-solving, empathy, and leadership. To unpack this critical topic and help #BusinessSchools forge a path forward, Acuity Insights has released its latest report – Shaping Future-Ready Leaders: Bridging Durable Skills Gaps in Business Education. The report examines these key questions set to transform #BusinessEducation, meet employer demand, and better prepare students for long-term professional success: • What’s driving the critical need for durable skills? • What is the current state of durable skills in business schools today? • What strategies can business schools implement to address durable skill gaps? Get the full report and get actionable strategies now: https://lnkd.in/g_zH5Kc9  #2025Trends #SkillsOnTheRise #HigherEducation #HigherEd

  • We’re 6 weeks away from #HSSummit25 – don’t miss out! Take it from our amazing community… here’s what they have to say about the Holistic Success Summit. Come learn with us – and connect from wherever you are – while exchanging best practices and expanding your network with #HigherEducation professionals, thought leaders, and industry experts from around the world. #HSSummit25 promises to inform and ignite meaningful conversations about driving student and program success. Get practical tools and actionable strategies you need for holistic success in the rapidly evolving #HigherEd landscape. Spots are limited. Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/gYu8_9iG

  • Durable skills, #SkillsOnTheRise and the #FutureOfWork are all top-of-mind in today’s competitive job market. With the expanding role of AI and changing market dynamics, how can colleges and universities help students become job-ready – and poised for professional success beyond simply job placement? In ep.54 of The Holistic Success Show: Dr. Kelly Dore and Anju Visen-Singh discuss the evolving value of #HigherEducation and preparing students with durable skills – skills like adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration – to better equip them on their career journey. Let’s jump in: https://lnkd.in/gTakD5KQ   #HolisticSuccessShow #HigherEd #SoftSkills

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Acuity Insights 6 total rounds

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US$ 5.0M

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