OpenEMIS Admissions vs Ravenna Admissions

OpenEMIS Admissions helps schools handle student applications and enrolment online. Parents can apply for a new or existing student and submit applications to multiple institutions. The form captures student identity, location, address area, birthplace and guardian details. School administrators can review and manage applications using real-time student data, track admission and enrolment status, and approve or reject applications. OpenEMIS Registrations links directly to OpenEMIS Core. The online form works in a browser or on a mobile device with an internet connection; the datasheet lists Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox and Safari. OpenEMIS can be installed on an organisation’s own IT infrastructure or accessed through dedicated secure hosted workspaces. The product is described as free open source software with no licensing fees; its Free open source software plan is free. Users receive a free knowledge base and product documentation. OpenEMIS says it uses industry-standard security protocols, follows OWASP recommendations and is regularly audited against common web attacks.

Ravenna Admissions is web-based admissions software for private K–12 schools, including independent and faith-based schools. Its CRM handles inquiry imports, email and text campaigns, event, tour and interview scheduling, and committee collaboration. Families can apply and submit documents through a mobile-friendly portal with single sign-on, while schools can tailor forms, questions and events. Real-time analytics show funnel activity, yield and year-over-year trends. Listed integrations cover financial aid, enrollment contracts, tuition management and SIS platforms including Veracross, Blackbaud, FACTS and PowerSchool; Ravenna Admit also offers an open API. The system serves small and medium schools as well as large and multi-campus operations. Ravenna says implementation takes 4–5 weeks, followed by four weeks of training after configuration. Client and parent support is described as available 24/7/365 in more than 40 languages. Pricing is not published; schools are directed to request a demo. Ravenna lists Android, iOS, web and API platforms.