University Ventures is a New York-based investment firm established in 2011, uniquely dedicated to the global higher education sector. It employs a strategy centered on fostering innovation from within educational institutions, demonstrating a profound respect for their missions and traditions. University Ventures aims to enhance and expand the capabilities of colleges and universities, believing that innovation is key to their ongoing success. The firm invests in various sectors, including information technology and B2B commercial services, while focusing specifically on the distinctive challenges and opportunities within the higher education landscape.
101 builds mobile-first teaching and assessment tools specifically for college STEM courses. Its first app, Chem101, replaces the clicker and provides tools for chemistry professors to engage their students in the classroom. Chem101 features a module that allows students to intuitively draw and visualize Lewis structures on their mobile devices. Its mobile platform enables instructors to engage students in the classroom, assign homework, and provide on-the-go reinforcement. 101 Edu was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Techtonic
Series B in 2019
Techtonic Group is a full service software development services company that also creates talent through a Department of Labor certified Apprenticeship program. The company is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
PeopleGrove
Series A in 2019
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational platform based in San Francisco, California, that supports the entire student lifecycle in higher education. Founded in 2014, the company offers a centralized platform used by over 650 institutions worldwide to enhance engagement from prospective students to alumni. PeopleGrove facilitates access to mentorship, college navigation, and career support services, thereby helping students persist to graduation, explore career opportunities, and build professional networks. The platform leverages AI and machine learning to provide personalized support, improving student career readiness and confidence. Additionally, PeopleGrove offers solutions for admissions, student services, alumni engagement, and industry partnerships, aiming to increase student retention and foster philanthropy. The platform also supports experiential and project-based learning, ensuring every learner has access to the necessary networks and resources for success. Its mentorship and advising tools have been effectively implemented at prestigious institutions such as Stanford and K-State.
Motimatic
Series A in 2019
Motimatic, LLC is an online advertising platform based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in delivering targeted messages to encourage economically beneficial behaviors. Founded in 2015, the company primarily focuses on student retention, utilizing scientifically proven techniques, psychological cues, and habit-forming triggers to engage users effectively. Its platform aids educational institutions in converting stalled applicants, reaching difficult-to-engage students, and supporting those who have paused their studies, ultimately helping them to complete their educational goals. Additionally, Motimatic’s services extend to various markets, including healthcare, financial services, and insurance, aiming to create economic value for its client organizations.
Credly
Series A in 2019
Credly, Inc. operates a platform that specializes in verifying, sharing, and managing digital badges and credentials, which represent a variety of verified skills, abilities, and certifications. The company serves a diverse clientele, including educational institutions, employers, and professional associations, facilitating the translation of learning experiences into professional opportunities through trusted digital credentials. Credly provides tools and resources, such as the Open Credit API and Credly SDKs, to support the creation and distribution of these credentials. By leveraging its global network of credential issuers, Credly helps organizations address skills gaps, enhance talent management, and make informed hiring decisions. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, Credly is dedicated to transforming how knowledge and skills are recognized and communicated in the workforce.
CollegeVine
Series B in 2019
CollegeVine is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2013, that specializes in providing a range of educational services, including mentorship, college application guidance, essay assistance, tutoring, and test preparation consulting. Formerly known as Admissions Hero LLC, the company rebranded in 2016 to reflect its broader mission. CollegeVine also focuses on integrating artificial intelligence into the higher education sector, offering AI agents designed to streamline administrative processes and enhance recruitment efforts for colleges and universities. By leveraging proprietary data and a network of high school students, CollegeVine aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and transform the overall student experience, addressing the projected financial challenges within the higher education landscape. Over 100 universities have adopted CollegeVine's AI solutions to optimize their administrative workflows.
Vemo Education
Series A in 2019
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.
Packback
Series B in 2019
Packback, Inc. is an education technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance critical thinking skills among college students. Founded in 2014, Packback offers two primary products: PB Books, which provides online textbooks on a rental basis, and PB Questions, a digital discussion platform that facilitates online interactions between students and professors. The platform aims to foster a deeper engagement with subject matter, promote personalized learning experiences, and enable educators to assess and improve students' critical thinking abilities effectively. By leveraging its proprietary AI, Packback supports mastery-based learning and sound pedagogical practices in higher education.
Techtonic
Series A in 2018
Techtonic Group is a full service software development services company that also creates talent through a Department of Labor certified Apprenticeship program. The company is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
MPOWER Financing
Series B in 2018
MPOWER is a US-based lender offering student loans to international students studying in the US or Canada without requiring a co-signer, collateral, or US credit history because our proprietary credit algorithm focuses on future potential. MPOWER disburses payments directly to the university on behalf of the students to pay for tuition or university-sponsored services like housing, meal plans, or health insurance. Students start paying back the loan within 6 months after graduation. The loan comes with interest discounts, free personal finance education courses, credit-building, and a job placement service for the students.
UNICAF
Series B in 2018
Unicaf, founded in 2012, operates an online higher education platform that provides affordable and quality university degree programs to young professionals in Africa. The company partners with reputable universities from the UK, US, Europe, and Africa, offering locally accredited degrees that allow students to study primarily online while balancing their work commitments. Unicaf's approach combines online instruction with physical instructional centers and virtual coaching, making it easier for students to pursue their education and enhance their career prospects. The organization has experienced significant growth, serving over 8,000 students and aiming to expand its reach to 60,000 students.
Meritize
Series A in 2018
Meritize is a prominent provider of funding solutions focused on skills-based education and workforce development. The company's innovative merit-based lending program enhances traditional credit evaluation by utilizing an individual's academic, military, and work achievements, thereby expanding funding opportunities for students. This approach increases access to educational funding and aims to improve overall outcomes for borrowers. In addition to its student lending platform, Meritize collaborates with employers to develop customized talent development solutions, addressing the growing demand for qualified workers in various industries. Through these initiatives, Meritize supports both students and training partners in achieving their educational and professional goals.
Galvanize
Series C in 2018
Galvanize, Inc. is an education and networking organization that focuses on technology workforce development for students, startups, and large companies in the United States. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Galvanize offers courses in web development, data science, and data engineering, along with part-time workshops and corporate training programs. The company operates nine physical campuses across major cities, including Austin, Boulder, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Phoenix, and San Francisco, as well as two remote campuses and an office in Sydney, Australia. Galvanize fosters a vibrant learning community aimed at empowering entrepreneurs, engineers, and data scientists, creating a unique ecosystem that benefits diverse participants in the technology sector. As of early 2020, Galvanize operates as a subsidiary of K12 Management, Inc.
Mainstay
Series A in 2018
Mainstay is a developer of a chatbot platform that boosts enrollment, persistence, and completion at hundreds of colleges and universities. The company uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to facilitate the path to and through college. Specifically, Mainstay developed Oli, a chatbot that combines AI with human experts to provide free college guidance to all students. For their college partners, it eliminates repetitive tasks, helps colleges meaningfully engage students at scale, and provides deep insights into their pipeline of prospects.
Examity
Venture Round in 2018
Examity is an online exam proctoring company focused on ensuring the integrity of remote testing in educational settings. It provides a platform that enhances authenticity for educational institutions by integrating live and recorded feeds through webcam monitoring, along with biometric identification. This technology helps institutions verify the identities of test-takers, addressing the challenges faced by educators in maintaining exam integrity. Examity's services are designed to support online learning and testing, offering a reliable solution for schools and training professionals.
Techtonic
Series A in 2018
Techtonic Group is a full service software development services company that also creates talent through a Department of Labor certified Apprenticeship program. The company is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
Strive
Seed Round in 2018
Strive Talent Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, operates a hiring platform focused on competency-based recruitment. The platform utilizes cognitive assessments, work sample tests, and structured interviews to evaluate candidates, ensuring that hiring decisions are informed by objective scores and evaluations. Additionally, Strive offers personalized management training programs designed to support emerging leaders in reaching their full potential. These programs integrate classroom learning with community practice and executive coaching, fostering self-discovery and skill development. By emphasizing practical application of lessons in real-world settings, Strive aims to enhance understanding of essential skills and identify gaps in employee competencies for effective upskilling.
Meritize
Seed Round in 2018
Meritize is a prominent provider of funding solutions focused on skills-based education and workforce development. The company's innovative merit-based lending program enhances traditional credit evaluation by utilizing an individual's academic, military, and work achievements, thereby expanding funding opportunities for students. This approach increases access to educational funding and aims to improve overall outcomes for borrowers. In addition to its student lending platform, Meritize collaborates with employers to develop customized talent development solutions, addressing the growing demand for qualified workers in various industries. Through these initiatives, Meritize supports both students and training partners in achieving their educational and professional goals.
Packback
Series A in 2018
Packback, Inc. is an education technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance critical thinking skills among college students. Founded in 2014, Packback offers two primary products: PB Books, which provides online textbooks on a rental basis, and PB Questions, a digital discussion platform that facilitates online interactions between students and professors. The platform aims to foster a deeper engagement with subject matter, promote personalized learning experiences, and enable educators to assess and improve students' critical thinking abilities effectively. By leveraging its proprietary AI, Packback supports mastery-based learning and sound pedagogical practices in higher education.
Galvanize
Venture Round in 2017
Galvanize, Inc. is an education and networking organization that focuses on technology workforce development for students, startups, and large companies in the United States. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Galvanize offers courses in web development, data science, and data engineering, along with part-time workshops and corporate training programs. The company operates nine physical campuses across major cities, including Austin, Boulder, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Phoenix, and San Francisco, as well as two remote campuses and an office in Sydney, Australia. Galvanize fosters a vibrant learning community aimed at empowering entrepreneurs, engineers, and data scientists, creating a unique ecosystem that benefits diverse participants in the technology sector. As of early 2020, Galvanize operates as a subsidiary of K12 Management, Inc.
EquitySim
Seed Round in 2017
EquitySim Limited, established in 2016 and based in Hong Kong, specializes in developing software for stock trading simulation training. The company aims to transform financial education by leveraging technology to gamify the learning experience, making it more engaging and immersive. EquitySim's platform allows users to trade and manage portfolios in a virtual environment, enabling them to experiment with various investment strategies and risky moves. This hands-on approach not only enhances student engagement but also facilitates a deeper understanding of financial concepts by applying theory to practice. By increasing access to quality education through simulations, EquitySim seeks to address societal inequalities and improve overall productivity and efficiency in the financial markets industry.
Packback
Seed Round in 2017
Packback, Inc. is an education technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance critical thinking skills among college students. Founded in 2014, Packback offers two primary products: PB Books, which provides online textbooks on a rental basis, and PB Questions, a digital discussion platform that facilitates online interactions between students and professors. The platform aims to foster a deeper engagement with subject matter, promote personalized learning experiences, and enable educators to assess and improve students' critical thinking abilities effectively. By leveraging its proprietary AI, Packback supports mastery-based learning and sound pedagogical practices in higher education.
Shortlist
Seed Round in 2017
Shortlist works in India and East Africa to help growing enterprises hire based on skills and potential, rather than pedigree. The Shortlist platform screens candidates using predictive chat-based interviews and online competency-based assessments, letting employers skips the most time-consuming and bias-prone phases of hiring.
YellowBrick
Venture Round in 2017
Yellowbrick Learning, Inc. operates an online platform designed to facilitate career exploration and development for individuals interested in creative industries such as fashion, sports, beauty, music, and media. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company partners with leading universities, brands, and employers to create educational experiences that help students build relevant skills and gain industry insights. By focusing on the alignment of personal passions with career opportunities, Yellowbrick aims to empower the next generation of talent to identify, pursue, and advance their careers within the creative arts and entertainment sectors.
MissionU
Series A in 2017
MissionU is a college alternative that gives students the skills and experience needed to succeed in today’s competitive working world while allowing them to graduate debt-free with no upfront tuition. Led by Pencils of Promise founder Adam Braun, who created the company with co-founder and Chief Product Officer Mike Adams, MissionU is the only program that combines general education with specialized skills training to prepare individuals for real-world jobs. By employing an income-share agreement model, MissionU only requires students to pay once they are earning $50,000 or more, during which they pay 15% of their income for three years back to the company.
Credly
Seed Round in 2017
Credly, Inc. operates a platform that specializes in verifying, sharing, and managing digital badges and credentials, which represent a variety of verified skills, abilities, and certifications. The company serves a diverse clientele, including educational institutions, employers, and professional associations, facilitating the translation of learning experiences into professional opportunities through trusted digital credentials. Credly provides tools and resources, such as the Open Credit API and Credly SDKs, to support the creation and distribution of these credentials. By leveraging its global network of credential issuers, Credly helps organizations address skills gaps, enhance talent management, and make informed hiring decisions. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, Credly is dedicated to transforming how knowledge and skills are recognized and communicated in the workforce.
Vemo Education
Seed Round in 2017
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.
EverTrue
Series C in 2017
EverTrue, Inc. is a Boston-based company that provides an online platform designed to enhance fundraising efforts at educational institutions. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in connecting institutional data with insights from various social and demographic sources, including LinkedIn and the U.S. Census. This integration allows advancement offices to effectively engage alumni, identify new donors, and track fundraising progress. EverTrue offers a comprehensive suite of products that includes solutions for alumni community engagement, event planning, online giving, relationship management, and volunteer management. The company currently serves over 300 institutions, offering tools that facilitate a data-driven approach to fundraising and engagement. EverTrue is backed by Bain Capital Ventures and University Ventures.
Avenica
Acquisition in 2017
Avenica is a recruiting company specializing in placing recent college graduates into entry-level professional positions. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Avenica operates seven regional offices across the United States, including locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, Phoenix, St. Louis, and St. Paul. The company employs a behavioral science-based interviewing process that assists candidates in identifying their transferable skills and career interests. In addition to facilitating job placements, Avenica provides coaching to help candidates excel in interviews and adapt to professional environments. With strong relationships with over 900 colleges nationwide, Avenica is uniquely positioned to support both graduates seeking employment and companies looking to hire entry-level talent.
PeopleGrove
Seed Round in 2017
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational platform based in San Francisco, California, that supports the entire student lifecycle in higher education. Founded in 2014, the company offers a centralized platform used by over 650 institutions worldwide to enhance engagement from prospective students to alumni. PeopleGrove facilitates access to mentorship, college navigation, and career support services, thereby helping students persist to graduation, explore career opportunities, and build professional networks. The platform leverages AI and machine learning to provide personalized support, improving student career readiness and confidence. Additionally, PeopleGrove offers solutions for admissions, student services, alumni engagement, and industry partnerships, aiming to increase student retention and foster philanthropy. The platform also supports experiential and project-based learning, ensuring every learner has access to the necessary networks and resources for success. Its mentorship and advising tools have been effectively implemented at prestigious institutions such as Stanford and K-State.
Extern
Seed Round in 2017
Extern is a pioneer in the realm of remote externships, providing a platform that enables companies to offer real work experiences to students, regardless of their background or prior experience. By creating a structured environment for remote learning and collaboration, Extern facilitates meaningful professional interactions between students and established organizations, helping students acquire the work credentials that are increasingly vital in today’s job market. The platform supports a diverse range of well-known brands, allowing them to engage with students and enhance their employer branding through impactful externship programs. Extern aims to democratize access to work experience, making it available to anyone with the motivation to learn and grow, thus contributing to workforce mobility and skills development in the evolving economy. Backed by prominent investors, Extern is committed to reshaping the intersections of work, education, and credentialing for future generations.
Pragya Systems
Convertible Note in 2017
Pragya Systems Inc. is a company that specializes in providing cloud-based solutions aimed at enhancing visibility and analysis of institutional content for higher education institutions, including schools and colleges. Founded in 2012 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Pragya offers a product called Lasso, which is a browser add-on that allows users to easily add URLs of relevant content to their courses, topics, or folders. This system integrates access to campus content into a single user interface, streamlining the course authoring process and facilitating students' discovery of materials that align with their academic and career aspirations. By unlocking insights from isolated higher education systems, Pragya Systems contributes to improved student success, career transitions, and overall campus efficiency.
CollegeVine
Series A in 2017
CollegeVine is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2013, that specializes in providing a range of educational services, including mentorship, college application guidance, essay assistance, tutoring, and test preparation consulting. Formerly known as Admissions Hero LLC, the company rebranded in 2016 to reflect its broader mission. CollegeVine also focuses on integrating artificial intelligence into the higher education sector, offering AI agents designed to streamline administrative processes and enhance recruitment efforts for colleges and universities. By leveraging proprietary data and a network of high school students, CollegeVine aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and transform the overall student experience, addressing the projected financial challenges within the higher education landscape. Over 100 universities have adopted CollegeVine's AI solutions to optimize their administrative workflows.
Motimatic
Series A in 2017
Motimatic, LLC is an online advertising platform based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in delivering targeted messages to encourage economically beneficial behaviors. Founded in 2015, the company primarily focuses on student retention, utilizing scientifically proven techniques, psychological cues, and habit-forming triggers to engage users effectively. Its platform aids educational institutions in converting stalled applicants, reaching difficult-to-engage students, and supporting those who have paused their studies, ultimately helping them to complete their educational goals. Additionally, Motimatic’s services extend to various markets, including healthcare, financial services, and insurance, aiming to create economic value for its client organizations.
Examity
Series A in 2017
Examity is an online exam proctoring company focused on ensuring the integrity of remote testing in educational settings. It provides a platform that enhances authenticity for educational institutions by integrating live and recorded feeds through webcam monitoring, along with biometric identification. This technology helps institutions verify the identities of test-takers, addressing the challenges faced by educators in maintaining exam integrity. Examity's services are designed to support online learning and testing, offering a reliable solution for schools and training professionals.
AlwaysHired
Seed Round in 2017
AlwaysHired is an immersive sales training program that helps companies hire the best talent.
Mainstay
Seed Round in 2017
Mainstay is a developer of a chatbot platform that boosts enrollment, persistence, and completion at hundreds of colleges and universities. The company uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to facilitate the path to and through college. Specifically, Mainstay developed Oli, a chatbot that combines AI with human experts to provide free college guidance to all students. For their college partners, it eliminates repetitive tasks, helps colleges meaningfully engage students at scale, and provides deep insights into their pipeline of prospects.
VisitDays
Venture Round in 2016
VisitDays is a developer of an online platform that enhances the student enrollment experience by facilitating connections between admissions offices and prospective students globally. The platform enables educational institutions to efficiently schedule campus tours, communicate with interested students through follow-up emails and text messages, conduct surveys, and invite potential applicants to various campus events. By streamlining these processes, VisitDays helps universities and schools optimize their visit programs and effectively engage with prospective students.
Oohlala Mobile
Series A in 2016
Oohlala Mobile is an education technology company focused on enhancing the student experience within higher education institutions. The company offers a student experience platform that streamlines communication between students and their institutions. This platform allows students to engage with their peers and administrators effectively, facilitating discussions on various topics such as housing, coursework, and campus resources. By providing tools for content management and assessing engagement trends, Oohlala Mobile enables institutions to gather valuable insights into student interactions and preferences. Their mission is to simplify campus life, ultimately leading to improved student success and retention. Partnering with over 350 institutions globally, Oohlala Mobile aims to create a supportive and engaging environment for students navigating their academic journeys.
Mainstay
Seed Round in 2016
Mainstay is a developer of a chatbot platform that boosts enrollment, persistence, and completion at hundreds of colleges and universities. The company uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to facilitate the path to and through college. Specifically, Mainstay developed Oli, a chatbot that combines AI with human experts to provide free college guidance to all students. For their college partners, it eliminates repetitive tasks, helps colleges meaningfully engage students at scale, and provides deep insights into their pipeline of prospects.
Vemo Education
Seed Round in 2016
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.
UNICAF
Venture Round in 2016
Unicaf, founded in 2012, operates an online higher education platform that provides affordable and quality university degree programs to young professionals in Africa. The company partners with reputable universities from the UK, US, Europe, and Africa, offering locally accredited degrees that allow students to study primarily online while balancing their work commitments. Unicaf's approach combines online instruction with physical instructional centers and virtual coaching, making it easier for students to pursue their education and enhance their career prospects. The organization has experienced significant growth, serving over 8,000 students and aiming to expand its reach to 60,000 students.
CollegeVine
Series A in 2016
CollegeVine is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2013, that specializes in providing a range of educational services, including mentorship, college application guidance, essay assistance, tutoring, and test preparation consulting. Formerly known as Admissions Hero LLC, the company rebranded in 2016 to reflect its broader mission. CollegeVine also focuses on integrating artificial intelligence into the higher education sector, offering AI agents designed to streamline administrative processes and enhance recruitment efforts for colleges and universities. By leveraging proprietary data and a network of high school students, CollegeVine aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and transform the overall student experience, addressing the projected financial challenges within the higher education landscape. Over 100 universities have adopted CollegeVine's AI solutions to optimize their administrative workflows.
MPOWER Financing
Series A in 2016
MPOWER is a US-based lender offering student loans to international students studying in the US or Canada without requiring a co-signer, collateral, or US credit history because our proprietary credit algorithm focuses on future potential. MPOWER disburses payments directly to the university on behalf of the students to pay for tuition or university-sponsored services like housing, meal plans, or health insurance. Students start paying back the loan within 6 months after graduation. The loan comes with interest discounts, free personal finance education courses, credit-building, and a job placement service for the students.
MissionU
Seed Round in 2016
MissionU is a college alternative that gives students the skills and experience needed to succeed in today’s competitive working world while allowing them to graduate debt-free with no upfront tuition. Led by Pencils of Promise founder Adam Braun, who created the company with co-founder and Chief Product Officer Mike Adams, MissionU is the only program that combines general education with specialized skills training to prepare individuals for real-world jobs. By employing an income-share agreement model, MissionU only requires students to pay once they are earning $50,000 or more, during which they pay 15% of their income for three years back to the company.
ProSky
Seed Round in 2016
ProSky, Inc. is an HR SaaS platform based in Lehi, Utah, that offers a comprehensive solution for automating human resource activities. Founded in 2014, ProSky streamlines the processes of recruiting, hiring, and employee development by providing predictive intelligence and insights into candidates' and employees' aptitude, technical skills, and interpersonal abilities. Its platform enables companies across various industries, including technology, finance, consulting, retail, healthcare, and aviation, to effectively evaluate candidates and develop employees through structured succession pathways. By facilitating efficient recruitment, training, retention, and organizational growth, ProSky aims to help businesses cultivate diverse talent and foster a strong cultural fit within their workforce.
Portfolium
Series A in 2016
Portfolium, Inc. operates a cloud-based platform designed to support students in capturing, curating, and converting their skills into job opportunities. The platform connects over 3.75 million students from more than 190 partner institutions with over 50,000 employers, enabling a streamlined process for assessing competencies and recruiting talent. It allows students to showcase their academic achievements, projects, and community service, providing a comprehensive view of their potential to prospective employers. Additionally, Portfolium partners with educational institutions to enhance program effectiveness and facilitate student engagement through collaboration on projects and ideas. Founded in 2014 and based in San Diego, California, Portfolium serves as a valuable resource for students, educators, and employers, helping to bridge the gap between education and career readiness.
MeasureOne
Seed Round in 2016
MeasureOne, Inc. is a data and analytics firm based in San Francisco, specializing in the higher education finance sector. Founded in 2009, it operates a platform that integrates academic data into applications, providing valuable insights for the $1.4 trillion student loan market. The company offers a range of services, including private student loan performance reports, loan-level securities data, and analytic tools for portfolio monitoring and benchmarking. Additionally, MeasureOne developed the first Private Student Loan Consortium, which serves as a data cooperative for major lenders in the private student loan space. By leveraging data science and industry expertise, MeasureOne aims to enhance understanding of student loans, facilitate risk assessment, and support capital market investments and public policy development. Its clientele includes loan originators, servicers, investors, schools, and government agencies involved in student lending.
Galvanize
Series B in 2016
Galvanize, Inc. is an education and networking organization that focuses on technology workforce development for students, startups, and large companies in the United States. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Galvanize offers courses in web development, data science, and data engineering, along with part-time workshops and corporate training programs. The company operates nine physical campuses across major cities, including Austin, Boulder, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Phoenix, and San Francisco, as well as two remote campuses and an office in Sydney, Australia. Galvanize fosters a vibrant learning community aimed at empowering entrepreneurs, engineers, and data scientists, creating a unique ecosystem that benefits diverse participants in the technology sector. As of early 2020, Galvanize operates as a subsidiary of K12 Management, Inc.
Vemo Education
Seed Round in 2016
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.
Vested Finance
Seed Round in 2016
Vested Finance provides students with the right consultation to making the right decisions for their future. From, preparing for taking exams, choosing the right college, to choosing the right courses and making a decision a career path. The company helps advise the students on the best courses to take in college.
Schoold
Seed Round in 2016
The world's #1 college search and counseling mobile app, we're helping 1M+ students figure out where to go to college and how to pay for it. Download at: http://social.schoold.co.
Credly
Seed Round in 2016
Credly, Inc. operates a platform that specializes in verifying, sharing, and managing digital badges and credentials, which represent a variety of verified skills, abilities, and certifications. The company serves a diverse clientele, including educational institutions, employers, and professional associations, facilitating the translation of learning experiences into professional opportunities through trusted digital credentials. Credly provides tools and resources, such as the Open Credit API and Credly SDKs, to support the creation and distribution of these credentials. By leveraging its global network of credential issuers, Credly helps organizations address skills gaps, enhance talent management, and make informed hiring decisions. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, Credly is dedicated to transforming how knowledge and skills are recognized and communicated in the workforce.
REVATURE
Series A in 2016
Revature is a leading provider of talent development services focused on enabling individuals to advance their careers in technology. The company specializes in training university students and graduates from diverse backgrounds, equipping them with industry-relevant skills that enhance their employability. Revature offers a structured pathway for aspiring technology professionals, facilitating a transition into the workforce. The effectiveness of its programs is underscored by the fact that 89% of participants secure full-time employment shortly after completing their training, and 95% of these individuals remain in their positions for at least two years. By fostering a robust pipeline of tech talent, Revature plays a crucial role in supporting enterprise success and individual career growth in the technology sector.
Imbellus
Seed Round in 2016
Imbellus builds simulation-based cognitive assessments that measure how people think, not just what they know. In the age of automation, it is imperative that schools prepare students to do what computers cannot, so our assessments evaluate the deep thinking skills that modern work and modern life require. Eventually, we'll replace standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, and state summative exams. We also work with corporate and government partners to support their hiring, upskilling, and retention practices. Imbellus is an interdisciplinary team of learning scientists, game developers, artists, data scientists, and AI engineers with $23M in venture backing. For more on Imbellus, check out our website or some of the materials linked below. We’re also hiring!
Vemo Education
Seed Round in 2015
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.
UnCollege
Convertible Note in 2015
UnCollege is a social movement changing the notion that going to college is the only path to success.
CampusLogic
Series A in 2015
CampusLogic provides critical tools and resources for the 15 million students who travel the higher education journey each year. The company currently serves more than 750 schools increase enrollment, retention, and graduation rates with a platform, which includes a net price calculator, complete scholarship management, personalized digital communications, simplified financial aid verification, 24×7 personalized virtual advising, tuition, and scholarship crowdfunding, and integrated data visualizations.
Portfolium
Series A in 2015
Portfolium, Inc. operates a cloud-based platform designed to support students in capturing, curating, and converting their skills into job opportunities. The platform connects over 3.75 million students from more than 190 partner institutions with over 50,000 employers, enabling a streamlined process for assessing competencies and recruiting talent. It allows students to showcase their academic achievements, projects, and community service, providing a comprehensive view of their potential to prospective employers. Additionally, Portfolium partners with educational institutions to enhance program effectiveness and facilitate student engagement through collaboration on projects and ideas. Founded in 2014 and based in San Diego, California, Portfolium serves as a valuable resource for students, educators, and employers, helping to bridge the gap between education and career readiness.
GiveCampus
Seed Round in 2015
GiveCampus, Inc. is a social fundraising and engagement platform specifically designed for nonprofit educational institutions. Based in Washington, D.C., the company combines crowdfunding with peer-to-peer fundraising and integrates social networking tools to enhance philanthropic efforts. Its platform allows alumni, students, parents, faculty, and staff to engage with their schools and each other around fundraising initiatives. Trusted by over 1,000 colleges, universities, and K-12 schools, GiveCampus provides software and services that help these institutions increase revenue by reaching a broader base of donors at a lower cost compared to traditional fundraising methods. The platform also enables schools to engage donors through various digital initiatives, offering a customized experience tailored to different donor segments.
Acrobatiq
Series A in 2015
Acrobatiq, backed by Carnegie Mellon is scaling the pioneering research in online learning from CMU's Open Learning Initiative (OLI) and enabling educational institutions to improve learning outcomes at reduced costs through data-driven, personalized learning solutions. Our learning-science based approach to course design, and breakthrough analysis and modeling of learning data enables adaptive instruction for students, and gives faculty visibility into who is learning, who’s not, and where help is needed. Together, this convergence of learning science, technology, and data is empowering more students to succeed at a time when post-secondary credentials are more in demand than ever.
CampusLogic
Seed Round in 2015
CampusLogic provides critical tools and resources for the 15 million students who travel the higher education journey each year. The company currently serves more than 750 schools increase enrollment, retention, and graduation rates with a platform, which includes a net price calculator, complete scholarship management, personalized digital communications, simplified financial aid verification, 24×7 personalized virtual advising, tuition, and scholarship crowdfunding, and integrated data visualizations.
Entangled Group
Seed Round in 2014
Entangled Group is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2015 that focuses on incubating, investing in, and consulting for startups within the education ecosystem. It offers a range of services including strategy consulting, expertise access, non-profit management, sales acceleration, and revenue generation. Through its Educational Technology Studio, Entangled Ventures, the company builds and supports innovative educational companies by providing essential resources such as product development, recruitment, and operational support. By collaborating with prominent universities for product testing, Entangled Group enhances the speed of market entry and increases the potential for widespread adoption of its initiatives. The company's mission is to excel in creating transformative education companies that can effect meaningful change in the sector.
Galvanize
Series A in 2014
Galvanize, Inc. is an education and networking organization that focuses on technology workforce development for students, startups, and large companies in the United States. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Galvanize offers courses in web development, data science, and data engineering, along with part-time workshops and corporate training programs. The company operates nine physical campuses across major cities, including Austin, Boulder, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Phoenix, and San Francisco, as well as two remote campuses and an office in Sydney, Australia. Galvanize fosters a vibrant learning community aimed at empowering entrepreneurs, engineers, and data scientists, creating a unique ecosystem that benefits diverse participants in the technology sector. As of early 2020, Galvanize operates as a subsidiary of K12 Management, Inc.
FUTR Corp.
Seed Round in 2014
FUTR Corp operates as a private student loan servicing provider.
YellowBrick
Series A in 2013
Yellowbrick Learning, Inc. operates an online platform designed to facilitate career exploration and development for individuals interested in creative industries such as fashion, sports, beauty, music, and media. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company partners with leading universities, brands, and employers to create educational experiences that help students build relevant skills and gain industry insights. By focusing on the alignment of personal passions with career opportunities, Yellowbrick aims to empower the next generation of talent to identify, pursue, and advance their careers within the creative arts and entertainment sectors.
Synergis Education
Series A in 2013
Synergis Education, Inc. is an educational services provider that develops on-ground, online, and hybrid degree programs tailored for non-traditional adult learners. Founded in 2011 and based in Chandler, Arizona, the company partners with non-profit colleges and universities to offer a range of integrated services, including marketing and enrollment management, academic program design, technology integration, and student retention support. Their EdVantage Learning System co-develops curricula for associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degrees with partner institutions, while EdVantage Information Systems manages various technologies and processes to enhance educational delivery. Synergis Education aims to address the needs of college and university leaders seeking innovative solutions in higher education.
UniversityNow
Series B in 2012
UniversityNow is an education and technology start-up based in San Francisco. Its mission is to help ensure that affordable, high-quality post-secondary education is available to people everywhere. To accomplish this, UniversityNow has built the most affordable and accessible accredited online learning platform for Patten University (http://patten.edu). UniversityNow's vision is a world in which no one is deprived of access to quality education — a world in which students can obtain recognized college degrees that improve their futures, without taking on the burden of student debt.
Tiber Health
Venture Round in 2012
Tiber Health, founded in 2017 and based in New York, operates a global network of medical universities aimed at enhancing health education and improving access to quality healthcare in local communities worldwide. The company's innovative approach utilizes big data to assist educators in evaluating student performance, customizing learning experiences, and guiding students toward appropriate career paths. This methodology is designed to improve board pass rates, increase student retention, and produce a higher number of qualified doctors and nurses compared to other educational programs. Through its commitment to progressive medical education, Tiber Health seeks to transform communities by ensuring that quality health sciences education is available to all.
Educational Exellence Corporation Limited
Series A in 2011
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