Nelnet

Nelnet

About Nelnet

Simplify's Rating
Why Nelnet is rated
B
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated C on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Government & Public Sector

Energy

Financial Services

Education

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Lincoln, Nebraska

Founded

1977

Overview

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Nelnet's investment in Alpaca supports the growing trend of educator well-being technology.
  • Partnership with Convera offers flexible tuition payment options, boosting student enrollment.
  • Involvement in Nave Analytics aligns with sustainable agricultural technology demand.

What critics are saying

  • Increased EdTech competition may challenge Nelnet's market share in educational services.
  • Technical issues in student loan services could harm Nelnet's reputation.
  • Layoffs and reduced call center hours may affect Nelnet's customer service quality.

What makes Nelnet unique

  • Nelnet invests in diverse sectors, from EdTech to fintech and agriculture.
  • Partnerships with companies like Edge Focus enhance Nelnet's fintech capabilities.
  • Nelnet's FACTS division collaborates with Otus for integrated educational platforms.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

Silicon Prairie News
Apr 7th, 2025
Alpaca raises $1.8M for educator support

Alpaca, an EdTech startup in Omaha, raised $1.8 million in a seed round led by Nelnet and Invest Nebraska, with contributions from Workshop Ventures, the Lozier Foundation, and MOVE Venture Capital. The funds will expand Alpaca's reach in school districts and enhance tools like Alpaca Pulse, a survey app for educator retention. Founded in 2022, Alpaca works with over 100 schools, offering resources to support educator well-being through listening, support, and recognition.

Business Wire
Dec 6th, 2024
Nelnet and Edge Focus Deepen Partnership

Edge Focus, a leading fintech company focused on consumer finance, announced today a strategic investment by Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE: NNI), a financial ser

Morning Ag Clips
Jun 12th, 2024
Nave Analytics Secures $400K Pre-seed Funding

Nave Analytics, a Nebraska-based irrigation efficiency tech startup, announced a $400k pre-seed funding round from Invest Nebraska, Husker Venture Fund, Nelnet, and Nebraska Angels Capital Group. The funds will be used for software development, R&D, initial commercial operations in the USA, and global expansion. The company, founded by Jessi Korinek, Val Kovalsky, and Bradley Griggs, aims to enhance irrigation decision-making with their sensor-free soil moisture products.

Lincoln Journal Star
May 18th, 2024
Lincoln's Nelnet no longer a student loan company, exec says

Nelnet has invested in sports software company Hudl, telecommunications provider Allo and some other startup companies.

Higher Ed Dive
Apr 15th, 2024
How flexible tuition payment options keep students enrolled

In partnership with Convera, Nelnet International Payment Plans create affordability for students while ensuring data security.

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