About Course Hero
Course Hero offers an online platform where students can access a variety of study resources and share their own materials with peers. The platform includes AI-powered tools that provide personalized study help and one-on-one tutoring services available 24/7. Operating on a freemium model, Course Hero allows basic access for free while offering premium features through a subscription. The company is also exploring Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technologies to create virtual classrooms for flexible remote learning.
Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2006Year Founded
$464.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
VR & AR, EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Competitive salary, annual bonus, and RSUs
Medical coverage, including full dental and vision
Life and disability benefits
401(k) program
One month paid sabbatical after 5 years at the company
Education reimbursement
Professional development workshops & industry conferences
Paid parental leave
Flexible work schedule
Social responsibility program
Annual wellness stipend
Monthly tech stipend
Annual family planning stipend
Monthly snack boxes delivered to your door
Cell phone allowance
Risks
Post University's lawsuit may lead to costly legal battles and content model changes.
Recent layoffs and leadership changes could impact internal stability and innovation.
Intensifying competition in AI educational tools requires continuous innovation from Course Hero.
Differentiation
Course Hero offers AI-powered personalized study help, enhancing student learning experiences.
The platform's freemium model provides both free and premium access to study resources.
Course Hero integrates AR and VR technologies to create innovative virtual classrooms.
Upsides
Increased demand for personalized learning boosts Course Hero's AI-powered Homework Help solution.
The rise of hybrid learning models allows Course Hero to expand its educational offerings.
Growing mobile app usage among students presents a market opportunity for Course Hero.
Funding
Total raised$464.37 M
Latest valuation$3.60 B
StageSERIES_C
SERIES B
7/31/2020$70
$1.10 BSERIES A
10/31/2014$15
$75.00 MANGEL
9/30/2006N/A
$50.0 K