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AI models forecast university enrollments even with sparse data

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This paper introduces a framework using zero-shot Time Series Foundation Models (TSFMs) to forecast university enrollments, particularly when historical data is scarce or disrupted by structural changes. The researchers benchmarked these TSFMs against traditional methods, incorporating external data like Google Trends and an Institutional Operating Conditions Index (IOCI) to improve accuracy without needing specific institutional training. The findings indicate that while TSFMs can be competitive, their practical benefit depends on specific institutional characteristics and how covariates are designed. AI

IMPACT Provides a transferable forecasting protocol for educational institutions facing data scarcity and instability.

RANK_REASON This is a research paper published on arXiv detailing a new framework for time series forecasting.

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AI models forecast university enrollments even with sparse data

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  1. arXiv cs.AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Jittarin Jetwiriyanon, Teo Susnjak, Surangika Ranathunga ·

    Forecasting Commencing Enrolments Under Data Sparsity: A Zero-Shot Time Series Foundation Models Framework for Higher Education Planning

    arXiv:2602.12120v3 Announce Type: replace Abstract: Effective resource allocation in higher education depends on reliable enrolment forecasts, yet institutional planners frequently face data series disrupted by structural shifts. This paper investigates whether zero-shot Time Ser…

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