MADISON, Wis. (July 29, 2026) — Ascendium has been awarded a competitively solicited contract with E&I Cooperative Services (E&I), providing colleges and universities with a streamlined procurement path to Attigo by Ascendium student success solutions through E&I’s cooperative purchasing program. Delivered through the Attigo product suite, the solutions include student loan education, debt management and default prevention services, personalized repayment counseling, and targeted student engagement and communication strategies. “Colleges and universities face growing pressure to support student success and improve financial outcomes,” said Eric Frank, CEO of E&I Cooperative Services. Attigo is provided by Ascendium Education Solutions®, an affiliate of Ascendium Education Group®. About E&I Cooperative ServicesE&I Cooperative Services (E&I) is the only member-owned nonprofit procurement cooperative exclusively focused on serving higher education and K-12 institutions.