Studyportals B.V.

Studyportals B. V. operates a digital platform that connects prospective students with educational opportunities worldwide, facilitating informed choices in higher education through a diverse array of specialized portals. Founded in 2009 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Studyportals B.

V. specializes in linking students with academic programs globally. The company has raised EUR 5 million in a Series A funding round led by Keen Venture Partners in March 2017, bringing the total amount raised to EUR 5 million and achieving a current valuation of EUR 30 million. The company was co-founded by Edwin Rest and Thijs Putman, with Edwin Rest serving as the current CEO.

Studyportals offers a digital platform that connects students to educational programs worldwide. Its offerings include Bachelorsportal. com, Mastersportal. com, PhDportal.

com, and Shortcoursesportal. com, providing access to over 245,000 academic programs. The platform acts as a search engine for students, helping them find suitable educational paths based on their goals, thereby promoting transparency in the higher education sector. Studyportals generates revenue through partnerships with educational institutions, focusing on student recruitment and marketing solutions.

The revenue model is subscription-based, where institutions pay for increased visibility and promotional services on the portals. While specific pricing details are not disclosed, the services are designed to align with the recruitment objectives of the institutions, enhancing their ability to reach potential students. Looking ahead, Studyportals aims to expand its platform capabilities with new product offerings targeted for release by 2024. The company plans to enter new markets across Asia and North America to diversify its reach.

The EUR 5 million raised in the Series A round will be allocated towards these expansion efforts and product development initiatives, enhancing the platform's functionality and market presence.