Ellucian has completed the acquisition of Anthology's Student Information Systems and Enterprise Resource Planning business, enhancing its leadership in higher education technology and expanding its service offerings.

Target Information

Ellucian, a prominent provider of technology solutions tailored for higher education, has successfully completed the acquisition of the Student Information Systems (SIS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) business from Anthology. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Ellucian, enhancing its market leadership while emphasizing its singular focus on serving higher education institutions globally. The deal was finalized following Ellucian’s success as the winning bidder during Anthology's Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.

Laura Ipsen, President and CEO of Ellucian, remarked, "This acquisition marks an important moment for Ellucian as we extend our vision — to unlock learning for all — to an even broader community of institutions and learners." With this acquisition, Ellucian aims to provide continuity and seamless transitions for the newly integrated Anthology customers and their associated teams.

Industry Overview

The higher education technology sector has been increasingly emphasizing the importance of integrated technology solutions that cater to the diverse needs of institutions. The ongoing digital transformation in education necessitates tools that not only st