Chegg

Chegg, Inc. is an educational services company that operates a direct-to-student learning platform aimed at supporting learners from high school through college and into their careers. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Chegg offers a variety of tools and resources designed to assist students in mastering academic concepts, completing assignments, and managing their educational expenses. Its primary offerings include Chegg Study, which provides study help; Chegg Writing, which assists with citation and writing tasks; and Chegg Tutors, which connects students with live tutors. The platform also features Chegg Math, a problem-solving tool, and Thinkful, a skills-based learning platform for professional development in fields such as software engineering and data science. Additionally, Chegg rents and sells print textbooks and eTextbooks, and offers services related to college admissions, scholarships, and internships. Overall, Chegg aims to enhance the student learning experience and facilitate academic success.

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Mathway

Acquisition in 2020
Mathway, LLC is an educational technology company based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, that offers an automated tutoring platform designed to assist students with their math problems. Founded in 2019, Mathway allows users to input math queries either by typing them or taking a photo, and delivers instant, step-by-step solutions. The platform covers a wide array of mathematical topics, including basic math, algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics, providing students with the necessary tools to understand and solve their math challenges. Mathway aims to enhance the learning experience by offering consistent support tailored to individual needs.

Frank Financial Aid

Venture Round in 2020
Frank’s online platform streamlines and simplifies the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) application process. Its mission is to help students reach their greatest potential by getting the most value from their education. Frank aims to assist each student and help them get their maximum financial aid.

Thinkful

Acquisition in 2019
Thinkful, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in providing mentor-led training programs in data science, front-end development, and full-stack development. Founded in 2012, it offers a structured and flexible educational experience through one-on-one mentorship and a network of industry experts. Students can choose from various programs, including flexible and full-time bootcamps, which are designed to align with their specific career goals and schedules. Additionally, Thinkful emphasizes career preparation and job placement support, enhancing student outcomes in the tech industry. The company also maintains in-person communities in emerging tech hubs across the U.S., fostering a supportive environment for learners.

WayUp

Private Equity Round in 2018
WayUp connects students with jobs during and after college -- from summer internships to part-time gigs to full-time jobs after graduation. Businesses post a job to a targeted audience of students at any US college, and students can browse through jobs and apply for free. It was created in 2014 and is headquartered in New York, United States.

StudyBlue

Acquisition in 2018
StudyBlue is a mobile learning platform designed to help students learn the stuff their teachers teach from improving outcomes in and out of the classroom. StudyBlue provides a Digital Backpack for students to store, study, share, compare, and ultimately master course material – working alone or together. Notes with images and audio, cloud storage for notes, personalized practice quizzes, and crowdsourced study guides are among the tools offered.

WriteLab

Acquisition in 2018
WriteLab is an online writing platform offering immediate, objective, and constructive responses to any writer's prose. WriteLab utilizes probability and statistics to identify patterns in each writer's choices. Writers can accept or reject suggestions, and WriteLab learns continuously from these choices, customizing its algorithms to suit users' preferences. Users receive customized feedback, generating powerful analytics. The platform designed for high school and higher education students that provide specific feedback and editing suggestions to uploaded essays Student users can share drafts with instructors on WriteLab, and instructors can read and respond to students'​ writing and leave comments of their own. It addresses these issues by offering immediate editorial assistance at any time.

MATH 42

Acquisition in 2017
MATH 42 creates Intelligent Math Solutions. MATH 42's iOS app has achieved to provide high-quality automated private math tutoring to over 2.3 million middle-school and high-school students across the world — at a fraction of the costs of a private math tutor! With MATH 42 they can now understand and solve their math problems step-by-step and continually get better through adaptive assessment and training. Beyond having convinced students, MATH 42 is trusted by schools and teachers: The app is being use on over 450.000 iPads in schools around the world. The MATH 42 Technology is now being used by publishers to automate their product- and content- creation (f.e. exercises, sample solutions, work sheets, ...). With their mighty MATH 42 API they enable them, to approach the market with (1) new product, (2) better products, (3) in less time. They reduce their risk profile and give them the chance them to propel themselves into the digital age with unique products. With the data they gather, they're not only able to assess students proficiency but to understand how products of publishers are used and what needs to be changed objectively, to have better outcomes. MATH 42's goal is to fundamentally help all stakeholders in the math-education cycle — students, teachers, publishers. The MATH 42 Technology — that has been developed for almost 7 years — will set the worldwide gold standard for mathematics.

RefME

Acquisition in 2017
RefME is an online citation tool designed to simplify the process of generating citations, reference lists, and bibliographies for students. Users can easily scan book or journal barcodes with their smartphones, allowing them to quickly convert printed text into digital format. The platform supports over 7,000 citation styles, catering to various academic requirements. Additionally, all data is securely backed up and synced to the cloud, enabling users to access their projects from any device, collaborate with others, and make updates as needed. This functionality streamlines the often tedious task of citation management, making it a valuable resource for students and researchers alike.

Imagine Easy Solutions

Acquisition in 2016
We offer the most accurate citation tools that allow students to easily generate bibliographies. We have unique insight into what students are researching and the connections they make with the over 1 billion citations created across our sites. We are leveraging this unique user insight to help publishers, libraries, and researchers make new discoveries. Through our four direct-to-students sites (EasyBib.com, CitationMachine.net, Bibme.org, and Citethisforme.com), we reach over 100 million unique visitors yearly. We have one of the largest reaches among ed tech companies. We also offer institutional products (Scholar and Academy) to K12 schools and college. Scholar provides tools to help students with their writing while giving teacher a direct view into everything they do before handing in a paper, providing a scaffolded approach to improve writing and active approach to prevent plagiarism. Academy teaches and assess research and writing skills. Our ultimate mission is to build 21st century reading and writing skills.

Internships.com

Acquisition in 2014
Internships.com, a Chegg service, is the world’s largest student-focused internship marketplace, bringing students, employers and higher education institutions together in one centralized location. Internships.com provides a wide variety of interactive tools and services to enable every student, employer and educator to better understand and optimize internship opportunities, enabling businesses to identify the best job candidates and for students to develop the real-world skills they will need upon graduation. For more information, visit Chegg.com.

InstaEDU

Acquisition in 2014
InstaEDU makes it easy for any student to instantly connect with a top tutor in an online lesson space. The website combines the effectiveness of face-to-face private tutoring with the convenience and affordability of an online service. Students can browse tutor profiles, a message with tutors, and choose to get connected instantly or to set up a lesson with a specific tutor at a specific time. InstaEDU was founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Campus Special

Acquisition in 2014
Campus Special is a leading provider of marketing solutions targeting college students, offering a range of services including print advertising, mobile applications, and online coupon platforms. Initially focused on print, the company has transitioned to a digital consumer brand, catering specifically to the 18-24 year old demographic. Campus Special's offerings include a mobile application available on iPhone and Android, as well as "Food Court," an online food ordering service that allows students to easily order from local restaurants. With a presence at over 500 college campuses and partnerships with more than 17,000 local merchants nationwide, Campus Special effectively connects businesses with millions of students, enhancing their marketing reach and engagement. The company has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States for several consecutive years.

3D3R Software Studio

Acquisition in 2011
Based in San-Francisco, 3D3R Software studios provides consulting, rapid-prototyping and outsourcing to the software industry. Its focus is with Web, Mobile, Clients, Gaming, and Computer Graphics.

Zinch

Acquisition in 2011
[Zinch](http://www.zinch.com) has a simple goal: to level the college admissions playing field and provide a means by which individuality and greatness can be extracted from everyone during the admissions process. Zinch aims to give every student an equal opportunity to say, "This is me. Love me, hate me, recruit me, or trash me. This is who I am." Students place their profiles on Zinch (with an emphasis on the non-transcript stuff that schools try so hard to uncover for best matching), and the colleges search for them, rather than vice-versa. via: [Zinch](http://www.zinch.com/static/history.html)

Student of Fortune

Acquisition in 2011
Student of Fortune, founded in 2005 by two college friends, is an online platform designed to facilitate academic assistance and tutoring. Recognizing the challenges students face in finding accessible homework help, the founders created a website that connects learners with tutors, allowing them to receive support while providing tutors an opportunity to earn money. The company remains privately owned and is located in Los Angeles, California, continuing to serve as a valuable resource for students seeking academic assistance.

Notehall

Acquisition in 2011
Notehall is an online marketplace designed for college students to buy and sell academic materials, including lecture notes, study guides, and reading notes. This platform enables students to gain an advantage in their courses by accessing resources created by their peers, while sellers can earn money for sharing their notes. Notehall operates across 54 universities and aims to expand to over 200 institutions, targeting a user base of more than 750,000. The company has established official partnerships with universities, such as the University of Arizona and Arizona State University, further solidifying its presence in the academic community. Additionally, Notehall is actively fostering relationships with professors and university administrations to ensure a collaborative and transparent environment. This innovative approach not only supports students in their academic pursuits but also promotes a culture of sharing and collaboration among peers.

Cramster

Acquisition in 2010
Cramster provides online homework help for college and high school students. Cramster's products: Homework Help — A community of subject experts available 24/7 to answer any homework question. Textbook Help — More than 350 interactive textbook guides provide step-by-step solutions and helpful hints.

OverDrive

Private Equity Round in 2010
OverDrive, Inc. operates a digital reading platform that delivers eBooks, audiobooks, videos, and other digital content to libraries, schools, colleges, corporations, and retailers in the United States and internationally, including markets in Singapore, Mexico, Canada, and Australia. Founded in 1986 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company provides technology infrastructure for secure management and distribution of premium digital content. Its offerings include customizable reports and various software products, such as Media Console for downloading multimedia, ReaderWorks for eBook authoring, and BookWorks for eBook production and distribution. OverDrive is also recognized as a certified B Corp, reflecting its commitment to social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability while fostering literacy and community empowerment.

CourseRank

Acquisition in 2010
CourseRank is an online platform designed to assist college students in managing and planning their academic careers. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools that includes course ratings and reviews, allowing students to evaluate professors and courses effectively. The platform features a planner that helps students organize their academic schedules and track their grades, along with a weekly course schedule to streamline course selection. Additionally, CourseRank provides relevant information about courses and resources for finding textbooks for upcoming semesters. By consolidating this information, CourseRank aims to simplify the course selection process and enhance the overall academic experience for students.
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