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U.S. Department of Education

North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington

Description

U.S. Department of Education promotes students' achievement and preparation for competitiveness and ensures equal access.

Investor Profile

U.S. Department of Education has backed more than 175 startups, with 18 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 167 rounds, about 95% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Grant rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Puerto Rico, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Education, Higher Education, Universities.
  • Led 18 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Grant (100%)

Country Focus

  • United States (98%)
  • Puerto Rico (1%)
  • Canada (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Education
  • Higher Education
  • Universities
  • E-learning
  • Edtech
  • Non Profit
  • Training
  • Communities
  • Alumni
  • Stem Education
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Who does U.S. Department of Education frequently co-invest with?

IO
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 1
NASA
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by U.S. Department of Education?

University of Rochester - Warner School of Education is an educational platform.

Higher EducationTrainingUniversities
GrantJan 26, 2026
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Arkansas Department of Education

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Arkansas Department of Education provides leadership and support services to school districts and schools in the Arkansas public system.

EducationHigher Education
GrantJan 8, 2026
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

Bluegrass Community and Technical College is a college in Kentucky Community where students find confidence, collaboration.

EducationHigher EducationTraining
GrantJan 6, 2026
Amount Raised: $1,140,000
Howard Community College, Columbia

Columbia, Maryland, United States

Howard Community College, Columbia is a school in Columbia.

GrantNov 21, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,200,000
VSAC

Winooski, Vermont, United States

VSAC is a non-profit organization that operates with a mission to provide assistance and financial aid to reach educational goals.

EducationFinanceInformation ServicesNon Profit
GrantNov 5, 2025
Amount Raised: $31,000,000
University of Pikeville

Pikeville, Kentucky, United States

University of Pikeville is a school in Pikeville.

E-LearningEducationPersonal Development
GrantOct 23, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,300,000
Kentucky Educational Development

Ashland, Kentucky, United States

Kentucky Educational Development offers educational support services including technology wiring and professional development opportunities.

Non ProfitPersonal DevelopmentProfessional ServicesProject Management
GrantOct 2, 2025
Amount Raised: $900,360
Community College of Vermont

Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Community College of Vermont is a school in Montpelier.

EducationHigher EducationTraining
GrantJul 29, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

Kirkwood Community College is a school in Cedar Rapids.

GrantJul 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $624,895
Vermont State University

Vermont, Illinois, United States

Vermont State University offers career-focused education accessible to students in Vermont and the region.

GrantJul 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $6,000,000

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