Website Design & Development Services

Your website is your institution’s first impression. OculusIT delivers secure, accessible, and scalable web solutions from custom development and ERP integrations to ongoing management, built for higher education.

OculusIT is a higher-education–only technology partner, purpose-built for colleges and universities. Our web and digital experience team helps institutions design, build, and manage institutional websites that serve students, faculty, staff, and campus communities—delivering responsive design, accessibility compliance, and proactive website security aligned to higher-ed operational needs.

What We Design & Manage

Custom Web Development

Responsive institutional websites designed for scalability, usability, and performance across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

CMS-Based Websites

Support for WordPress, Drupal, Webflow, and modern CMS platforms that enable institutions to efficiently manage digital content.

Accessibility & Compliance-Ready Websites

Accessibility audits, remediation support, and web environments aligned with ADA, WCAG, and Section 508 standards.

Student-Facing Web Environments

Admissions, enrollment, financial aid, academic services, and student-support web experiences designed for higher education audiences.

ERP Integration & Automation

Integration with higher education platforms including Banner, Jenzabar, Slate, and PeopleSoft to support connected digital experiences.

explore our services

1/ Website Design & Development

2/ Accessibility & Compliance

3/ Managed Website Operations

4/ Website Governance & Content Oversight

5/ Website Analytics & Insights

Design & Development

Responsive website design for institutional and departmental needs
Mobile-first layouts optimized across devices and browsers
Student-focused navigation and information architecture
Website redesigns, modernization initiatives, and custom builds
Search-friendly website structures and optimized performance

Accessibility & Compliance

Accessibility audits and remediation support
Inclusive design practices integrated into development workflows
Ongoing accessibility monitoring and reporting
Compliance-focused website modernization initiatives

Managed Website Operations

Ongoing website maintenance and content management support
Platform patching, plugin management, and version control
Website monitoring, issue resolution, and operational support
Co-managed and fully managed website operations

Website Governance & Content Oversight

Structured content management support
Governance and operational oversight across institutional websites
Workflow and publishing consistency across distributed web environments

Website Analytics & Insights

Website engagement and traffic reporting
Performance monitoring and usability insights
Reporting support for informed digital experience decisions

How We Engage

Assess

Website audit covering design, accessibility, security posture, integrations, and CMS health.

Plan

Roadmap for modernization, accessibility remediation, integration, or new website development initiatives.

Build

Custom website design and development aligned with higher education user experience and institutional branding requirements.

Launch

Testing, accessibility validation, stakeholder review, deployment, and rollout support.

Operate

Ongoing website support, monitoring, maintenance, and optimization services.

Assess

Website audit covering design, accessibility, security posture, integrations, and CMS health.

Plan

Roadmap for modernization, accessibility remediation, integration, or new website development initiatives.

Build

Custom website design and development aligned with higher education user experience and institutional branding requirements.

Launch

Testing, accessibility validation, stakeholder review, deployment, and rollout support.

Operate

Ongoing website support, monitoring, maintenance, and optimization services.

Engagement Models

Co-Managed Web Support
We work alongside institutional IT and marketing teams to support design, development, accessibility, integrations, and ongoing website maintenance.

Fully Managed Website Operations
End-to-end website management covering performance, security, monitoring, support, and operational management.

Project-Based Engagements
Website redesigns, accessibility remediation, CMS modernization, ERP integrations, and digital experience improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Standards Alignment

ADA, WCAG, and Section 508 aligned website environments
Accessibility audit reports and remediation tracking
Compliance-focused support for institutional web environments

Technologies We Support

Frontend Technologies
React, Next.js, Vue, Angular, HTML, CSS, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, and TypeScript.

CMS Platforms
WordPress, Drupal, Webflow, Strapi, and Contentful.

Backend & Integrations
Node.js, REST APIs, GraphQL, and higher education system integrations.

Cloud & Deployment
AWS cloud services, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and deployment automation workflows.

Outcomes You Can Expect

Modern, mobile-friendly websites aligned with institutional goals

Improved accessibility and reduced compliance risk

Reliable and secure website operations with proactive support

Reduced operational burden on internal IT and marketing teams

Better digital experiences across desktop and mobile environments

Streamlined integrations between websites and institutional systems

Answers You Need

Frequently Asked Questions

What CMS platforms do you support?

We support WordPress, Drupal, Webflow, and other commonly used higher education web platforms.

Can you work with our existing website?

Yes. We support redesigns, accessibility remediation, integrations, modernization, and ongoing website operations.

Do you support ERP integrations?

Yes. We support integrations with Banner, Jenzabar, Slate, and PeopleSoft.

Do you provide ongoing website maintenance and support?

Yes. OculusIT offers co-managed and fully managed website operations, including monitoring, updates, maintenance, and issue resolution.

What Our Clients Say

“OculusIT has significantly enhanced our IT department by providing dedicated expertise and personnel, such as CIO and CISO roles we couldn’t staff internally. Their comprehensive services, from 24×7 support to hardware and software solutions, have strengthened our ability to protect student data and seamlessly manage our IT needs—all through a single trusted partnership. These are capabilities we simply didn’t have before.”

Grant Greenwood - McMurry University

Vice President of Enrollment Management & COO

“OculusIT does an amazing job! Their continual service improvements, valuable oversight, and exceptional responsiveness make working with them a pleasure. They streamlined our processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Their proactive support and expertise have made a significant difference. Kudos to OculusIT and their team!!”

Cherrington Bill - Rose State College

Associate VP of Information Systems

“We truly appreciate the team’s responsiveness and dedication. The weekly meetings have been invaluable, ensuring seamless communication and exceptional support. OculusIT consistently goes above and beyond in delivering top-notch service. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence and delivering top-notch service and support.”

Rick Penny - Lakeland Community College

Chief Information Officer

“I am highly impressed to work with OculusIT and appreciate your dedication and positive attitude over the past years. Your outstanding customer service has significantly impacted Diné College positively. I eagerly look forward to our continued partnership and future successes together. Thank you for your hard work and commitment! Together, we make a great team.”

Ihab Saleh - Diné College

Director of Information Technology

“Partnering with OculusIT has exponentially increased our capabilities when it comes to supporting our student, faculty, and staff community across our Stockton and Sacramento campuses. OculusIT has extensive experience in higher ed, which enabled us to ramp up this service quickly and maintain a true 24 x 7 x 365 support model.”

Kevin Lemoine - University of the Pacific

Information Security Service Desk Manager

“Alabama A&M University has been working with OculusIT for a long time, and I have found their team to be great in helping me take things off my plate so that I can focus on core student, faculty, and staff satisfaction. They helped upgrade Banner, apply patches, troubleshoot issues, both during and after business hours. I am happy to recommend them.”

Jamarcus Allen - Alabama A&M University

Enterprise Applications Administrator

“I am highly impressed with the level of work, support and documentation provided by OculusIT. The team’s response time was a 180 degree turn-around as compared to our previous vendor. We appreciate the quality work delivered by the Banner®, Linux®, and Wintel teams. Good job!”

Gerard Layug - City College of San Francisco

Data Center Manager

Ready to Modernize Your Institution’s Digital Presence?

Deliver secure, accessible, scalable, and student-focused digital experiences with OculusIT’s Website Design & Development Services.

Connect with OculusIT to learn how we can help modernize website operations and improve digital experiences across your campus community.