CampusGroup, a for-profit community college focused on two-year degrees and certifications, has successfully raised $46 million in a Series B funding round. The investment was led by General Catalyst, with participation from notable Silicon Valley figures including Sam Altman, Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, and Figma's Dylan Field. The funding aims to enhance accessibility and affordability in higher education, targeting a generation of learners dissatisfied with traditional college structures. Campus Chancellor Tade Oyerinde emphasized the need for reform in American education, aiming to provide a viable alternative with no student debt. The announcement has garnered attention from various investors and educational leaders, highlighting a shift towards more practical and financially sustainable educational models.
great piece on why the time has never been better for young founders by @zephratic + @zachcohen25! very excited to also formally welcome Eric (@zephratic) who joined our investment team a few months ago. he was an eng @warpdotdev and he's already been cooking -- hacking on some https://t.co/ovxfVuJySg
Notable Silicon Valley players back for-profit community college https://t.co/2TbtUF2CZL
it’s a special time to start something as a dropout or recent grad. the success of @BrendanFoody, @mntruell, and @gsivulka are great examples of what’s shifted structurally for younger founders. @zachcohen25 and i wrote about why this is here: https://t.co/EyOYJX2oSl