How much funding has 2U raised?

2U has raised $81.5M in total funding, most recently a Series D round.

Who are 2U's investors?

2U's investors include NEA, Dinsmore Capital, Bessemer VP, IVP.

Where is 2U headquartered?

2U is headquartered in Lanham, Maryland, United States.

What industry is 2U in?

2U operates in EdTech, Education.

2U

IPO

Education that transforms lives

Public · Lanham, United States · Founded 2009 · $81.5M raised

EdTech

Education

Headquarters: Lanham, Maryland
Employees: 1001–5000
Founded: 2009
Business Model: B2B
Website: 2u.com

Total Funding: $81.5M
Last Round: $30.0M Series DJul 2013
Rounds: 5
Type: Public

About

2U is a global online education platform company that powers higher education online through its edX platform, connecting over 100 million learners to programs offered by 250+ university and corporate partners. Founded in 2009, the company partners with leading universities to develop and deliver online degree programs, boot camps, executive education, and open courses. 2U provides the technology platform, learning experience design, marketing, student support, and operational scale while partners lead on academics. The company acquired edX from MIT and Harvard in 2021 for $800 million. In July 2024, 2U filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, eliminating over $450 million of debt, and subsequently emerged as a private company continuing to operate its education platform.

Summary

2U is an EdTech company based in Lanham, United States, founded in 2009. It has raised $81.5M in total across 5 rounds, most recently a $30.0M Series D round in Jul 2013. Investors include NEA, Dinsmore Capital and Bessemer VP.

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