Countdown to Ellucian Live 2026! Conference to Showcase AI Innovation, Student-First Strategy, and Unmatched Experience

Ellucian's annual higher education technology conference returns to Denver, April 19-22, 2026.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, is counting down to Ellucian Live 2026, its annual global technology conference. This year's event in Denver, Colorado, from April 19-22, 2026, will spotlight AI-powered innovation, student-first strategy, and actionable insights to help institutions thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. The conference will feature over 375 sessions, major product announcements, and signature experiences designed to deliver connection, celebration, and inspiration beyond the sessions.

Why it matters

Ellucian Live is the premier global technology conference for the higher education industry, bringing together thousands of college and university leaders, innovators, and practitioners to explore the latest advancements in education technology. The conference provides a platform for institutions to reimagine how they engage students and prepare for the future, leveraging AI-driven capabilities and SaaS-native solutions to drive efficiency, personalized experiences, and strengthened student success.

The details

Ellucian Live 2026 will feature more than 375 sessions delivered by 225+ customer speakers from over 150 institutions, covering the end-to-end student lifecycle. Attendees will gain practical insights into modernizing with SaaS-native solutions, leveraging AI-driven capabilities across the Ellucian platform, and aligning institutional strategy with evolving workforce and learner expectations. The conference will also include major product announcements and keynotes highlighting advancements across the Ellucian ecosystem.

  • Ellucian Live 2026 will take place from April 19-22, 2026 in Denver, Colorado.
  • The early bird registration discount of $150 USD expires on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

The players

Ellucian

Ellucian is the leading higher education technology solutions provider, partnering with approximately 3,000 customers across 50 countries and serving more than 21 million students.

Greg Giangrande

Greg Giangrande is the Chief People and Marketing Officer at Ellucian.

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What they’re saying

“Momentum is building and higher education leaders are reimagining how their institutions operate, including how they engage students and prepare for what's next. Ellucian Live is where that energy comes together and we are counting down to the greatest event, yet. Our community doesn't just talk about innovation — they leave ready to put it into action in ways that strengthen student success.”

— Greg Giangrande, Chief People and Marketing Officer (prnewswire.com)

What’s next

Attendees can register for Ellucian Live 2026 by clicking the provided link, and use the promo code EL26POP to receive $150 USD off the registration fee before the discount expires on March 13, 2026.

The takeaway

Ellucian Live 2026 promises to be a transformative event for the higher education industry, showcasing the latest advancements in AI-powered education technology and providing a platform for institutions to reimagine their student engagement strategies and drive greater institutional success.