Ellucian Colleague
The complete ERP for small to mid-sized institutions.
Overview
Ellucian Colleague is a comprehensive enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed to meet the specific needs of small to mid-sized higher education institutions, including community colleges, technical colleges, and private institutions. It integrates data and processes across the entire institution, from student services to finance and HR.
✨ Key Features
- Student Information System (SIS)
- Financial Management
- Human Resources & Payroll
- Financial Aid
- Curriculum Management
- Self-Service Portals
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Specifically designed for the needs of community colleges and smaller institutions
- Comprehensive, all-in-one functionality
- Strong user community and support network
Unique Value: Provides a complete and tailored ERP solution that addresses the specific operational needs and budget realities of community colleges and smaller institutions.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Powering the operations of hundreds of community colleges
- Providing a complete, out-of-the-box ERP for smaller institutions
- Managing both credit and non-credit/continuing education programs
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Large, complex research universities (who typically use Ellucian Banner or competitors)
- Institutions looking for a lightweight, cloud-native, mobile-first solution
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more targeted functionality for its niche market compared to larger, more complex systems like Banner or PeopleSoft, and is more comprehensive than smaller SIS-only solutions.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by contract tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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