Ellucian is a global provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and student information systems (SIS) designed exclusively for higher education. The company provides a suite of cloud-based and on-premise solutions that manage student lifecycles, financial aid, and institutional operations.
Brand Authority Index (BAI): 88/100
Archetype: Challenger
Category: Software & Technology
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Last analyzed: April 9, 2026
Founded: 1968 (as Datatel) / 2012 (as Ellucian)
Headquarters: Reston, Virginia, USA