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Course Hero

Course Hero: A US-based edtech firm offering tailored study resources and online tutoring.

Redwood City, CA, US🇺🇸
Founded
2006
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Course Hero is a US-based edtech firm founded in October 2006 by Andrew Grauer and Gregor Carrigan. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, it offers an online learning platform providing course-specific study resources and online tutoring. The platform serves students worldwide, facilitating access to educational materials and personalized tutoring services.

Course Hero has significantly impacted the education sector by enhancing student learning experiences through its extensive resource library and expert tutoring. The company has grown a substantial user base, reflecting its value in the global education market. Andrew Grauer continues to lead the company as CEO.

Course Hero - M & A Snapshot

Open M & A

  • Symbolab

    Acquired by Course Hero • Undisclosed • Oct 27, 2020

Course Hero - Products & Services

  • Study Resources logo

    Study Resources

    Subscription service offering crowdsourced study documents, homework Q&A, and expert tutoring for students.

    Competing Products

    Alice.tech logo
    Duolingo logo
    Quad logo
    Quizlet logo

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Studypool logo

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Coursera logo

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Course Hero - Quick Facts

Who are Course Hero's competitors?

Companies similar to Course Hero include Duolingo, Quizlet, Alice.tech and Studypool.

When was Course Hero founded?

Course Hero was founded in 2006.

Where is Course Hero's headquarters located?

Course Hero's headquarters is located in Redwood City, CA, US.

How much disclosed funding has Course Hero raised?

As of Feb 1, 2023, Course Hero has disclosed funding of $477.4M (USD). Undisclosed round amounts are excluded.

How many employees does Course Hero have?

Course Hero has 150 employees as of Feb 5, 2024.

Course Hero - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
  • Venture-backed
Technology
  • AI
  • Data
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • SaaS
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
  • Education
Tags
  • Edtech
  • Elearning
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
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NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 610000Educational Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 611000Educational Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 8200Educational Services
  • 8290Schools And Educational Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 7371Computer Programming Services