Getting feedback from students returning from the experience of a lifetime isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Their insights help shape future programs and strengthen your institution’s global learning impact.
The richness of your benchmarking results with miXabroad depends on two things: high response rates and accurate student data. Here’s how to lift both, without adding to your workload.
1. Show students their feedback matters
Let students know their voices have real impact. Share how past feedback has helped improve programs and highlight how their input will benefit future students.
For example, the University of Sydney is using miXabroad to track progress toward increasing outbound participation. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about quality. And that starts with listening to students.
Make it personal: Use real examples or short quotes from alumni showing how their feedback made a difference.
2. Streamline the survey experience
Good news! The miXabroad survey is already optimised: mobile-friendly, short and with built-in progress bars to reduce drop-off.
You can boost engagement even further by preloading data you already have (like demographics, program name or destination), saving students time and ensuring more accurate results.
Pro tip: Preloading creates a smoother, more personalised survey experience – and removes barriers to completion.
3. Make it easy to find... and hard to ignore
The survey shouldn’t feel like a separate task. Instead, embed it into the post-program journey:
- Add it to student portals and re-entry resources
- Send friendly reminders via your CRM or education abroad platform
- Time it right – e.g. just after students return, before breaks or during debriefs.
Try countdowns or timed nudges to prompt action while the experience is still fresh.
4. Use peer power
Students listen to each other. Invite your ambassadors or program alumni to share a quick video or social post encouraging participation.
And don’t be shy with stats: '80% of last year’s students completed the survey — will you?' That’s social proof in action.
5. Offer the right incentives
It doesn’t have to be big. Small gestures – like coffee vouchers, gift cards or prize draws – can go a long way.
miXabroad partners automatically benefit from our annual prize draw: a return trip (up to $2,000) or a donation to charity, chosen by the student.
Make it feel exclusive: Try offering access to alumni events, certificates or networking opportunities as a bonus for survey completion.
6. Make it part of re-entry and program wrap-up
The best moment to get honest, detailed feedback? Right after the experience, when it’s still top of mind.
Schedule time for the survey during re-entry programs, post-return meetings or final debriefs. This helps students reflect and ensures higher-quality responses.
7. Close the loop and share the wins
Once the data’s in, show students it wasn’t just for show.
- Thank them publicly (socials, newsletters, events)
- Share results and stories
- Highlight real improvements that came from past surveys
This reinforces the value of participation — and sets the tone for future cohorts.
Ready to boost your survey response rates? Try these strategies and let us know what works best for you! Our team is here to support you – reach out anytime.
The miXabroad Team
hello@miXabroad.com
+61 403 746 628