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Edu Alliance Helping colleges thrive in a time of disruption

Expertise for global campuses

American Colleges

Receive expert support to strengthen your institution’s position, drive growth, and achieve sustainable results through tailored strategies.

Edu Alliance Group

Building effective  collaborations with universities and organizations, guided by our experienced consultants.

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International Universities

Improve quality and performance with thorough assessments of academic programs, operations, and governance.

Higher education expertise

Advising institutions for success

Empowering mission-driven institutions to thrive through expert consulting, global insight, and sustainable innovation.

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Services

Expert Guidance for Higher Education

Higher education insights & updates

Discover case studies, expert analysis, and practical strategies for institutional growth and leadership.

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Article

Small Colleges are Essential to American Higher Education

Hoke shares a powerful perspective into how these institutions are making a big impact in a time of enrollment declines and growing doubts about the value of college.

Small College America podcast
Expert analysis

Small College America podcast

Critical discussions at the forefront of Higher Education, interviewing small college leaders, policy experts, and innovators.

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Case Study

Feasibility Study - Center for Continuing Education New York University

Dr. Senthil Nathan details a college’s approach to increasing diversity and retention with updated recruitment practices.

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Blog

Edu Alliance Journal

The Journal addresses current topics and issues facing higher education worldwide

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Expert Support

Edu Alliance Group Launches the Center for College Partnerships and Alliances

The article on Edu Alliance Journal discusses the launch of the Center. Our goal is to help college leaders and boards move from awareness to action with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

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Case Study

American University of Bahrain​ and the Center for Lifelong Learning and Applied Research (CLAR)

Edu Alliance analysis demonstrated a significant need to develop a strong and vibrant Center for Lifelong-learning and Applied Research

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Interview

Dr. Senthil Nathan on CNN Newsroom

Dr. Senthil Nathan was interviewed on CNN Newsroom. The discussion covered the contributions of international graduate students to U.S. universities.

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Partnerships and Mergers Webinar

Navigating Higher Education’s Existential Challenges: From Partnerships and Mergers to Reinvention Available on YouTube

Trusted by higher education leaders

Dean is a passionate advocate for American higher education—especially small colleges—and consistently centers others in his work. Whether leading, writing, or podcasting, he makes things happen that serve both institutions and individuals.

Paaige Turner
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Aurora University

I’ve had the great pleasure and honor of working with Dean and Senthil on issues related to education for many years, most recently while I served as President of the American University of Bahrain. They are first-rate thinkers, and their work helps practitioners like me stay on top of trends and issues that impact our institutions. 

Bradley Cook
President American University of Iraq - Baghdad

I’ve had the privilege of knowing and collaborating with Dean Hoke for the past few years, and I can say without hesitation that he is one of the most insightful and generous voices in higher education today.

Kate Colbert
Author of Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era in Higher Education

We asked for a business case to start a branch overseas and we feel they did a very good job scoping out the landscape, interviewing the appropriate folks on the viability of the branch and put together a financial business case to support findings. I would certainly recommend Edu Alliance as I believe you truly care about the work they do and the deliverables you produce.

John Porter
President Lindenwood University

Past and current clients

Abu Dhabi University
Al Ghurair University
Ajman University
ADEK
American University in Cairo
Ankabut
Dubai Investments
AURAK
Fairmont State University
Emirates College of Technology
KIMEP University
IIT Kharagpur
Murdoch University
Kola Daisi University
KPMG
Musicians Institute
NYUAD
Rabdan Academy
Sullivan University
UCLA Extension
United Arab Emirates University
University of Georgia Tbilisi
University od Wollongong in Dubai
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi University
Al Ghurair University
Ajman University
ADEK
American University in Cairo
Ankabut
Dubai Investments
AURAK
Fairmont State University
Emirates College of Technology
KIMEP University
IIT Kharagpur
Murdoch University
Kola Daisi University
KPMG
Musicians Institute
NYUAD
Rabdan Academy
Sullivan University
UCLA Extension
United Arab Emirates University
University of Georgia Tbilisi
University od Wollongong in Dubai
Zayed University
our team

Expertise for higher education success

Our consultants bring decades of leadership experience, guiding colleges and universities worldwide with practical solutions and strategic insight.

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Dean Hoke
Co-Founder and Managing Director
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Dr. Senthil Nathan
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Your questions, answered

Clarity for your next step

Explore answers to common questions about our consulting services, process, and expertise in higher education.

What consulting services do you provide?

We offer strategic planning, partnership development, accreditation support, and market analysis for American small colleges and higher education institutions worldwide.

Who do you typically work with?

We support small and mid-sized colleges in the U.S. and international universities seeking guidance on institutional growth and global engagement.

What is your team's background?

Our consultants have held senior roles in higher education and completed 60+ projects across diverse academic settings.

How can we begin a engagement?

Email Dean Hoke to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your needs and recommend a tailored approach for your institution.

Abu Dhabi University
Al Ghurair University
Ajman University
ADEK
American University in Cairo
Ankabut
Dubai Investments
AURAK
Fairmont State University
Emirates College of Technology
KIMEP University
IIT Kharagpur
Murdoch University
Kola Daisi University
KPMG
Musicians Institute
NYUAD
Rabdan Academy
Sullivan University
UCLA Extension
United Arab Emirates University
University of Georgia Tbilisi
University od Wollongong in Dubai
Zayed University