Boston University, a prestigious private research institution, is home to over 37,000 driven students from 140 countries. Recognizing the importance of supporting student mental health, especially within a high-achieving academic environment, the BU Student Wellbeing team partnered with Headspace to provide free access to its resources for the entire student body.

Now one of the department’s most well-known offerings, Headspace helps students reduce stress, find focus, sleep more soundly, and navigate challenging times like finals or the election. What’s more, other departments have integrated Headspace into their programming, inspiring a shift in campus culture at large. 

Thanks to the success of this partnership, Headspace has developed a new playbook specifically for higher education institutions, helping to foster student well-being around the globe.

Read our case study to learn about Boston University's strategic student well-being initiatives and how the organization encouraged app usage, with 91% of BU students who joined Headspace returned for more content after their first use.