EnrollWise™ named an Edtech Digest 2025 Top Admissions & Enrollment Solution
Getting Started with EnrollWise
What is EnrollWise and who is it for?
EnrollWise is a configurable K-12 admissions and enrollment platform built for public school districts. It supports programs across early childhood education, K–12, summer learning, before- and after-school programs.
See: About EnrollWise
How is EnrollWise different from other enrollment systems?
EnrollWise is designed to be highly configurable for complex enrollment environments where adapting to policy updates is a requirement. It adapts to your district’s unique policies, integrates with your SIS, and provides intuitive tools for both administrators and families. It has ben recognized as one of the best K-12 enrollment software platform by Edtech Digest for 2024 and 2025.
See: Policy-Responsive Enrollment, SIS Integrations, Family-Friendly Applications
Can EnrollWise be used across multiple programs or schools?
Yes. EnrollWise supports unified enrollment management, allowing districts to oversee admissions across multiple schools, grades, and program types from a single platform.
Is EnrollWise designed for public school districts?
Yes. The system was purpose-built for public school districts, including those with high applicant volume, layered policy rules, and multiple entry points. But it can also accommodate other types of enrollment, including charter schools, early education, summer school, and afterschool programs.
See: Early Childhood Education, K–12, Summer Learning, Afterschool
Can the system scale to large districts or citywide enrollment?
Absolutely. EnrollWise was developed with large districts in mind and scales to support tens of thousands of applicants while maintaining high security and performance.
Does EnrollWise work for both school-year and summer enrollment?
Yes. It can be configured to support seasonal enrollment cycles, including school-year, summer school, before- and afterschool, and rolling admissions.
How long does it take to get started with EnrollWise?
Implementation timelines vary based on complexity, but many districts are able to configure and launch within a single enrollment cycle.
Family Experience & Accessibility
Is the application family-friendly and easy to use?
Yes. EnrollWise was designed with families in mind, offering a clean, mobile-responsive interface and step-by-step guidance throughout the process.
Can families track their application status?
Families can log into their dashboard at any time to view application progress, respond to offers, and upload documents. Families are notified about changes to their application via Email and SMS.
See: Document Management, Built-in Messaging and Communications
Is the platform mobile-friendly and accessible for all users?
Yes. EnrollWise meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and works seamlessly on mobile devices.
Does EnrollWise support multiple languages?
Yes. Content and communications can be offered in multiple languages based on district needs and family demographics.
Can families get reminders and notifications throughout the process?
Automated email and SMS notifications help families stay informed about upcoming deadlines, new offers, and required actions.
Are there tools that help families explore and compare schools?
Yes. EnrollWise includes a customizable school directory and map-based school finder that helps families browse programs, understand eligibility, and make informed choices based on their location, preferences, and priorities.
Policy Responsiveness & Configurability
Can EnrollWise handle different types of admissions policies?
You can configure policies by grade, school, program, geography, sibling priority, composite scores, dual language, screened programs, ranked programs, staff priorities, alumni priorities, diversity in admissions initiatives, students with disabilities (SWD) priority, foster care or temporary housing priority, military family priority, audition-based priorities, portfolio-based priorities, English Language Learner (ELL) priority, and Free or Reduced-Price Lunch (FRL) priority, among others.
What happens when policies change year to year?
Policies and rules can be updated. The system is built to evolve with your district.
Can we configure different application windows for different schools or programs?
Yes. You can set unique timelines, eligibility criteria, and forms based on school or program type.
Can we use custom placement priorities and eligibility rules?
Absolutely. EnrollWise supports flexible placement logic to reflect your district’s unique priorities.
Does the platform support sibling priorities or geographic zones?
Yes. Rules like sibling preference, zone-based placement, or feeder patterns can be built into the match logic.
How do we set up policy-based lotteries and match rules?
District administrators can configure placement rules, simulate matches, and run automated lotteries with full transparency.
Can EnrollWise run different types of lotteries for different schools or programs?
Yes. The system supports multiple lottery configurations, allowing each school or program to follow its own policy logic while being managed through a centralized platform.
Can administrators make policy updates without custom development?
Yes. The system includes a rules engine and configuration dashboard so authorized staff can manage policy updates internally.
Administrative Tools & Oversight
Does EnrollWise integrate with our student information system (SIS)?
Yes. EnrollWise supports two-way integration with SIS platforms such as PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Skyward, Aspen, and Aeries. If your district uses a different SIS, please contact us to discuss integration options and determine the best approach for your needs.
See: SIS Integrations
How does the platform support application review and seat assignment?
Admins can review, approve, and place applicants using robust seat management tools and dashboards.
Can we track real-time metrics across programs?
Yes. Dashboards provide real-time data on application volume, status, acceptance rates, and available seats.
Is there a centralized dashboard for managing enrollment across schools?
Yes. EnrollWise offers a unified admin experience with visibility across all participating schools and programs.
Does EnrollWise support compliance and audit tracking?
Yes. All system activity is logged and exportable for audit, compliance, and reporting purposes.
Can staff roles and permissions be customized?
Yes. Permissions can be tailored by user role, allowing controlled access to applications, placements, and reports.
How does EnrollWise help manage seat availability and assignment?
The platform provides real-time visibility into seat availability across programs and schools, supports automated placement based on policy logic, and helps ensure every seat is filled efficiently and equitably.
Can we export or share reports with other departments or agencies?
Reports can be exported in various formats for sharing securely with other systems or stakeholders.
Scheduling, Calendars & Communication
Can families schedule school tours, interviews, or assessments?
Yes. Families can self-schedule from available time slots, and admins can set capacities and availability.
How are notifications sent to families?
Email and SMS messages can be triggered by status changes, reminders, deadlines, and school communications.
Is it easy to update event information or availability?
Yes. Admins can update events, change time slots, or reschedule appointments directly in the dashboard.
Can the system handle scheduling across multiple locations or teams?
Yes. EnrollWise supports multi-site scheduling with role-based access and centralized coordination.
See: Enrollment Scheduling & Event Management, Security and Governance
Are reminders and follow-ups automated?
Yes. Automated notifications reduce no-shows and ensure families complete key steps on time.
Can families reschedule their appointments online?
Yes. Families can manage their own scheduling through their secure application portal.
Does EnrollWise support two-way communication with families?
Yes. Built-in secure messaging tools allow administrators to communicate directly with applicants and caregivers.
What other communication tools are available to keep families informed?
In addition to reminders and messaging, EnrollWise includes announcement tools and templated notifications to ensure timely, consistent updates across all applicant groups.
Can offer letters and notifications be sent in multiple languages?
Yes. EnrollWise supports multilingual communications, including offer letters and system messages. Templates can be customized and reviewed for policy alignment and clarity across different language groups.
See: Built-in Messaging and Notifications, Document Management