In-depth analysis
We identified and vetted high-authority educational websites, publications, and niche directories — building a targeted list of link prospects directly relevant to the university's accredited programs and academic offerings.
An accredited university in Oklahoma had the credentials — but not the digital footprint to match. With limited resources dedicated to off-page SEO and a backlink profile that wasn't pulling its weight, the university's website was growing slowly in an increasingly competitive education market. They needed more than a quick fix; they needed a sustained, high-quality link building campaign that would compound over time.
The university's SEO efforts had been focused almost entirely on-page, leaving off-page authority largely unaddressed. Their backlink profile was thin, with few links from relevant, high-authority sources. Meanwhile, the education sector was becoming increasingly competitive, with established institutions and online-only programs dominating search results. Without a concerted effort to build credible external links, organic traffic and visibility had no clear path to growth.
We built a tailored off-page strategy focused on earning high-quality backlinks from relevant, authoritative sources.
In-depth analysis
We identified and vetted high-authority educational websites, publications, and niche directories — building a targeted list of link prospects directly relevant to the university's accredited programs and academic offerings.
Content creation
We created content aligned with the university's programs and course strengths, placing it on high-DA education blogs and directories to earn contextually relevant backlinks that reinforced academic credibility.
Strategic outreach
We collaborated with education bloggers and social media influencers to amplify the university's program visibility — securing backlinks from high-DA sources while broadening awareness across relevant digital channels.
| Google Position | February 2023 | January 2024 | Before → after | Percent Increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | 149 | 179 | 0% | |
| 4–10 | 481 | 541 | 0% | |
| 11–50 | 810 | 821 | 0% |