Welcome to Student Manager 9.0
Student Manager 9.0 is our most powerful release yet — built for automation, performance, and the modern workplace. With a redesigned interface, API integrations, and enterprise-scale performance powered by PostgreSQL, Student Manager 9.0 helps you work smarter, faster, and scale effortlessly.
Student Manager 9.0 in Action
See Student Manager 9.0 in our Using Student Manager 9.0 playlist on YouTube:
Student Manager 8.0
If you're looking for documentation for the legacy version of Student Manager (version 8.0). see Student Manager 8.0.
What's New?
Some of the new features in Student Manager 9.0:
- New Explorer windows that offer many additional features to find records.
- Updated Add Registration routine.
- New Check for Updates tool allows you to check for, download, and apply Student Manager updates.
- New Lockout option to lock out other users while you run administrative routines such as Apply Updates, Backups and Pack/Reindex.
- New Auto Tasks to automate Student Manager operations such as emailing reports, running imports/exports, backups, and system maintenance.
- Updated Name and Registration Import routines.
- Updated Query Creator/Editor.
Multi-Database Support
Student Manager 9.0 supports three database platforms, giving you the flexibility to choose the best option for your organization:
- Visual FoxPro (VFP) — The default database included with Student Manager. No additional setup required.
- Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) — Enterprise-grade database for organizations already running SQL Server infrastructure.
- PostgreSQL — Open-source database delivering superior performance with significant cost savings. Optimized for cloud hosting environments.
All features work across all three platforms.
Migration Fees
Migrating from VFP to MSSQL or PostgreSQL requires a one-time migration fee. Contact your ACEware representative for pricing and assistance with database migration.