International Enrollment Growth
Engineered to Scale
Catalyst GEM is a software and services partner built by higher ed practitioners to drive on-campus and online international enrollment from market entry to matriculation.
Who We Are
Catalyst GEM is a software and services partner built by higher-ed practitioners to design and scale international enrollment across on-campus and online programs. We combine strategy, managed services, and technology to support the full enrollment lifecycle — from market entry to enrollment.
International enrollment is no longer a linear process. institutions need new models to compete, diversify revenue, and scale with limited resources.
F-1 Market Pressure
Visa scrutiny is making on-campus international enrollment harder to scale and less reliable.
Intensifying Competition
More institutions are competing globally for the same students.
Rising Costs
Recruitment costs continue to rise as traditional models lose efficiency.
Admissions Capacity
Manual processes slow applications and limit team capacity.
International Admissions Solutions
Why Institutions Choose Catalyst GEM
Institutions work with Catalyst GEM because they need international enrollment growth that actually works in today’s environment. We help teams reduce complexity, focus resources where they matter most, and build enrollment pipelines that support both on-campus and online programs.
Our approach combines experienced leadership, hands-on support, and technology that is built to execute — not just advise.
70+ years of combined international higher education expertise
Trusted network of vetted global recruitment partners
AIRC-verified Service Provider Member
Proven results improving application completion and F-1 visa approvals
Student success is at the heart of everything we do
Focused on Real Outcomes
Our work is measured by completed applications, enrollment yield, and sustainable revenue — not activity for activity’s sake.
Every institution has different goals, constraints, and internal capacity. That’s why Catalyst GEM adapts our software and services to fit how your team works today — whether you’re piloting a new market or scaling international enrollment across multiple programs.
- Strategies designed and executed by experienced enrollment leaders
- Improved conversion and yield from your existing recruitment funnel
- Integrated software and services that remove manual work
- Flexible models built for limited teams and budgets
- Clear visibility and reporting across leads, applications, and conversion stages.
Hear from Our Clients
“I highly recommend Catalyst GEM to institutions looking to improve their international admissions processes and support their international students' journeys. Their expertise and dedication are outstanding.”
Mack Wallace
Mack Wallace
“Catalyst GEM has been a trusted and highly valued partner as we embark on expansion initiatives in various global regions. Their knowledge of and experience in diverse international markets is second to none. And they're a fun team to work with, which is always a plus!”
O’Neal Spicer
Senior Product Manager - International, DeVry University
Our clients and partners encompass the entire international student recruitment ecosystem, including universities, education agents, content providers, and student loan providers.
