Title: Genio for Student Success: Learning software proven to drive retention & GPA URL Source: https://genio.co/institutions/student-success Published Time: Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:08:19 GMT Markdown Content: [](https://genio.co/institutions/student-success) ### Loved by learners and educators alike See what students and staff say about Genio. ## Why institutions love Genio Notes ### Modern support for the New Majority Learner Traditional support won’t necessarily work for the “non-traditional” learner - who are now the majority in higher education. Students are underprepared for lecture-based learning, and are time-poor. Genio Notes’ cloud-based web & mobile app empowers students to build study skills, improve their confidence, and learn wherever they are - the library, the bus, or the family table. ![Image 1: NML lecture illustration 2 (1)](https://genio.co/hubfs/NML%20lecture%20illustration%202%20(1).png) ### Reach non-help-seeking students at scale 85% of students who need academic support won't seek it out. Genio Notes helps you reach students who need support but won’t ask for it at scale as a low-stakes, easy to use study buddy - creating the academic engagement moment your advisors can't manufacture for every student at scale, and making non-help-seeking students more visible. ![Image 2: ILL_DEVELOPMENT internal analytics product plan-1](https://genio.co/hubfs/ILL_DEVELOPMENT%20internal%20analytics%20product%20plan-1.png) ### Improve GPA and persistence for at-risk students Genio Notes is proven by external research to improve student outcomes. Students see increased GPA, reduced dropout intentions, and as a result institutions see increased persistence rates. At-risk students see particularly increased results - getting the support they need to be empowered to achieve what they’re capable of. ![Image 3: Accreditation Quiz](https://genio.co/hubfs/Accreditation%20Quiz.png) ### Built on learning science principles and proven to drive learning outcomes Genio works with independent research partners to verify the impact of our learning support tools on student outcomes, retention, and accessibility in higher education. ![Image 4: ESSA Promising 800x800](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/ESSA%20Promising%20800x800.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=ESSA%20Promising%20800x800.png) ![Image 5: SoL 2026 Gold](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/SoL%202026%20Gold.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=SoL%202026%20Gold.png) ![Image 6: EFFICACY 2026 Silver](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/EFFICACY%202026%20Silver.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=EFFICACY%202026%20Silver.png) ![Image 7: Alignment to the Universal Design for Learning Framework 2026-05-29](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/Alignment%20to%20the%20Universal%20Design%20for%20Learning%20Framework%202026-05-29.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Alignment%20to%20the%20Universal%20Design%20for%20Learning%20Framework%202026-05-29.png) ![Image 8: Digital Promise - Product Certifications - Research-Based Design ESSA Tier 4 Product Certification - 2024-09-25](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/Digital%20Promise%20-%20Product%20Certifications%20-%20Research-Based%20Design%20ESSA%20Tier%204%20Product%20Certification%20-%202024-09-25.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Digital%20Promise%20-%20Product%20Certifications%20-%20Research-Based%20Design%20ESSA%20Tier%204%20Product%20Certification%20-%202024-09-25.png) ### Built on learning science principles and proven to drive learning outcomes Genio works with independent research partners to verify the impact of our learning support tools on student outcomes, retention, and accessibility in higher education. ![Image 9: ESSA Promising 800x800](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/ESSA%20Promising%20800x800.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=ESSA%20Promising%20800x800.png) ![Image 10: SoL 2026 Gold](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/SoL%202026%20Gold.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=SoL%202026%20Gold.png) ![Image 11: EFFICACY 2026 Silver](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/EFFICACY%202026%20Silver.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=EFFICACY%202026%20Silver.png) ![Image 12: Alignment to the Universal Design for Learning Framework 2026-05-29](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/Alignment%20to%20the%20Universal%20Design%20for%20Learning%20Framework%202026-05-29.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Alignment%20to%20the%20Universal%20Design%20for%20Learning%20Framework%202026-05-29.png) ![Image 13: Digital Promise - Product Certifications - Research-Based Design ESSA Tier 4 Product Certification - 2024-09-25](https://24880982.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hub/24880982/hubfs/Digital%20Promise%20-%20Product%20Certifications%20-%20Research-Based%20Design%20ESSA%20Tier%204%20Product%20Certification%20-%202024-09-25.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Digital%20Promise%20-%20Product%20Certifications%20-%20Research-Based%20Design%20ESSA%20Tier%204%20Product%20Certification%20-%202024-09-25.png) ## Equip students with tools that increase knowledge, skills and confidence * Our approach is based on decades of learning research, with a clear UDL focus. * Genio Notes uses a structured, 4-step learning process designed to make effective learning easy. * The result? 95% of learners say Genio Notes has improved how they learn. ![Image 14: Genio UI promo image NOTES AND APP TRANS 26-09](https://genio.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Genio%20UI%20promo%20image%20NOTES%20AND%20APP%20TRANS%2026-09.png?width=1080&height=1080&name=Genio%20UI%20promo%20image%20NOTES%20AND%20APP%20TRANS%2026-09.png) ## Access training, support and a plan for success * Regular live student classroom training sessions. * A wealth of resources and guides for your team and stakeholders. * A dedicated customer success manager to help you reach your goals. ![Image 15: web UI pics SOLUTIONS_help and training](https://genio.co/hubfs/web%20UI%20pics%20SOLUTIONS_help%20and%20training.png) ## Get the early alert data you need and identify at-risk students * Uncover non-help-seeking students who may need additional support. * Manage access and filter insights by Groups to see activity for different student groups - e.g. Students on Academic Probation, Students with Disabilities * Keep track of usage and intervene when necessary. ![Image 16: web UI pics SOLUTIONS_admin licences](https://genio.co/hubfs/web%20UI%20pics%20SOLUTIONS_admin%20licences.png) ## NEW Connect Genio Notes directly to your institution's LMS Increase student engagement and day-one adoption by placing Genio Notes right where learning happens. Our LMS (learning management system) integration removes the barriers that stop students from using the support available to them. * Students access Genio Notes with one click, directly from their LMS, using their existing institutional login. * To create an account, students must agree to your institution’s recording policy. * Removes the activation barrier that prevents students from engaging with support tools. * Compatible with Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, D2L Brightspace, Schoology and Schoolbox. _*Available to all Genio Institution Wide customers._ ![Image 17: Genio Notes LMS integration](https://genio.co/hubfs/Genio%20Notes%20LMS%20integration.png) ## Real results from institutions ![Image 18: Genio blog_vol state HERO copy](https://genio.co/hubfs/Genio%20blog_vol%20state%20HERO%20copy.png) ## Volunteer State boosted student persistence by 11% Volunteer State Community College grew from 50 Genio licences to an institution-wide licence, with 1,200 students using Genio in the first semester and 1,150 immediately visible to student services for targeted support. ![Image 19: SUNY Canton logo_square](https://genio.co/hubfs/SUNY%20Canton%20logo_square.png) ## SUNY Canton saw 169% greater GPA increase with Genio Notes SUNY Canton worked with Genio to support more students who needed help. Between the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters, GPA increase was 169.1% greater for Genio Notes users. #### "After more than 30 years in higher education, I can confidently say Genio is one of the best tools we’ve come across. As a student services professional, I love seeing how it helps our students stay organized, learn more effectively, and ultimately do better in their classes. It’s simple, intuitive, and really makes a difference." Anne-Marie McKee Assistant Vice President for the Division of Student Services at Volunteer State Community College ![Image 20: ICON-megaphone](https://genio.co/hubfs/ICON-megaphone.png) ## Why learners love Genio Notes By giving Genio tools to your students, you help them confidently engage in their learning and unlock their academic potential. 11% #### increase in retention rate of students that used Genio Notes. 88% #### of students experienced less stress because of Genio. 88% #### of students believed Genio has improved their study skills. ## The bottom line With our free ROI calculator, see how much Genio's tools could save your department and institution per year. [Calculate Genio's ROI](https://genio.co/resources/roi-calculator) ![Image 21: ROI calc hero-01](https://genio.co/hubfs/website/on-page-graphics/globals/placeholders/placeholder.webp) ROI calc hero-01 [](https://genio.co/institutions/student-success) ## Reach more students, unlock their potential, and empower them to stay in school How does Genio Notes support cognitive processes? Learning is at the heart of Genio. Genio Notes is the only tool built around a note taking method specifically designed to aid the cognitive processes associated with learning. Are there limits to how much students can record? Nope! Students can record as much as they like in Genio Notes. How easy is Genio Notes for students to use? Genio Notes is specifically designed to be simple to learn. Typically, it takes just a couple of minutes for students to get up and running. Where can students use Genio Notes? Genio Notes can be used on Windows, Mac and Chromebooks, and the mobile app is available on iOS and Android devices. How is student and faculty data protected? How does transcription work in Genio Notes? Genio Notes allows students to convert their audio recordings to text after class. Visit the Genio Notes Transcription feature page for more information [here](https://genio.co/notes/transcription).