Ellucian Degree Works
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FlightPath
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| Fact | Ellucian Degree Works | FlightPath |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | A 2024 Ellucian document describes out-of-the-box ERP/SIS integrations through open APIs and extensibility tools; a separate Ellucian planner brief describes integration with Banner Workflow for plan approvals. | FlightPath Academics states that the platform integrates with campus SIS, LMS, SSO and other systems and can import existing data. |
| Security | Ellucian says its cloud services are ISO 27001:2022 certified, and that customers can request SOC 1, SOC 2 Type II, and SOC 3 reports. | FlightPath Academics states that student data is secured using FERPA and industry-established practices, with controls aligned to NIST 800-53 and TX-RAMP certification. |
Ellucian Degree Works plans
- Degree WorksPriced on request
FlightPath plans
- FlightPath Community EditionFree
- FlightPath AcademicsPriced on request
Pick Ellucian Degree Works if…
Degree Works is intended for institutions and the students, advisors, academic planners, and transfer staff navigating degree requirements. It may be relevant where transfer credit evaluation, degree planning, and progress reporting are part of advising.
Pick FlightPath if…
FlightPath suits colleges and universities that need degree audits, course planning, advising communications, and student success alerts. The Community Edition fits institutions able to self-host, while FlightPath Academics offers cloud hosting and guided onboarding.