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StraighterLine provides affordable, self-paced online courses that earn college credit. Students access courses through a monthly subscription and may pay additional course fees. The platform partners with more than 180 colleges to transfer credits directly, helping learners continue their degree. It offers over 70 courses across business, healthcare, IT, and more, plus career pathway bundles to speed up job goals. How it works: users subscribe to access a catalog of self-paced courses; they complete coursework to earn credits accepted by partner institutions; credits can be transferred to degree programs. How it differs: a large network of partner colleges enabling direct credit transfers, a low-cost subscription model, and bundled career pathways. Goal: make college credit affordable and flexible so students can progress toward degrees and careers.
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Enterprise Software
Education
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$11.6M
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
Founded
2008
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DeVry University and StraighterLine expand partnership to make Higher education more accessible and affordable for independent students. Partnership offers transfer credit opportunities and tuition savings for StraighterLine students. May 28, 2026 Press Contacts Hessy Fernandez 630-799-3979 ARLINGTON, Va. - DeVry University today announced the expansion of its partnership with online education platform StraighterLine to help students take the next step in their education journey with undergraduate transfer credit opportunities and tuition savings for those who apply and qualify. "This partnership reflects DeVry University's continued commitment to affordability, flexibility and career-focused education," said Jason Horne, chief strategy and transformation officer at DeVry University. "By removing financial barriers and recognizing prior learning, we're helping more students take meaningful steps toward achieving their academic and professional goals." As workforce demands continue to evolve, more students are seeking flexible, cost-effective ways to advance their education. Through the expanded collaboration, eligible StraighterLine students will receive tuition and fee savings when enrolling at DeVry University. Additionally, students may be eligible to transfer their credits toward DeVry undergraduate programs, helping reduce both time and tuition cost required to earn a credential. Participants will also receive support in identifying program pathways that align with their career goals and prepare them for industry-recognized certifications in high-demand fields such as accounting, project management, cybersecurity and health information technology, to name a few. "StraighterLine's mission has always been to provide learners with a clear, cost-effective path to educational success," said StraighterLine CEO, Matt Hulett. "In expanding our work with DeVry University, we're proud to empower more students to develop the high-demand skills the modern workforce requires and turn academic ambition into real-world career mobility." Launched in 2020, the DeVry-StraighterLine partnership established a transfer credit framework designed to help learners accelerate their degree completion. This latest expansion deepens that commitment by extending additional savings and flexible program options to support and help independent learners succeed. Students must meet DeVry's admission requirements to qualify. About StraighterLine StraighterLine offers affordable online college courses for transfer credit, serving more than 200,000 students annually. With a flat monthly membership and pay-as-you-go options, costs are 60 to 80% less than traditional tuition. Its self-paced, ACE-recommended general education and - more -prerequisite courses transfer to 3,000+ colleges and universities, helping students accelerate degree completion. StraighterLine's portfolio includes industry-leading brands serving diverse education needs: CCEI and ProSolutions Training provide early childhood education credentials and professional development for educators; Preppy delivers professional certification programs that accelerate career growth; and StraighterLine remains the market leader for transferable college credit. Together, Higher Ed Dive empower learners to achieve their goals faster through flexible, affordable, and high-quality education solutions. For more information, visit www.straighterline.com. About DeVry University DeVry University strives to close society's opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Founded in 1931, the university offers undergraduate and graduate programs onsite and online in Business, Healthcare and Technology. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC, www.hlcommission.org/). The university's Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. To learn more, visit devry.edu.
StraighterLine has acquired Preppy to expand its career certification offerings, enhancing workforce readiness. This acquisition aligns with StraighterLine's mission to provide affordable, accessible education and addresses the growing demand for healthcare and teaching professionals. Preppy offers online training and certifications for careers like medical and dental assistants. Tuck Advisors facilitated the deal. Visit www.preppy.org and www.straighterline.com for more information.
StraighterLine, a creator of affordable, flexible, and career-aligned postsecondary courses, has announced the acquisition of ProSolutions Training, a professional development division of Care Solutions, Inc. that provides training for early childhood educators.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StraighterLine , a creator of affordable, flexible, and career-aligned postsecondary courses, today announced the acquisition of ProSolutions Training , a professional development division of Care Solutions, Inc. that provides training for early childhood educators. This acquisition expands StraighterLine’s early childhood education training and certification solutions as ProSolutions Training (PST) joins ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) as the newest subsidiary under StraighterLine.“Now more than ever, there is a great need for qualified early care and education workers across the nation. We are excited to join together to provide the best-in-class early childhood training and certification services to upskill this industry,” said Shweta Kabadi, interim CEO of StraighterLine. “The combination of our companies will allow us to create more opportunities for early childhood educators to advance their careers, attain their degrees, and realize a higher earning potential.”Childcare programs across the country have long struggled with a shortage of qualified educators and caretakers, but post-pandemic numbers reflect a continued decline in the number of childcare workers. Eight in 10 early childhood providers experienced staffing shortages in 2021, and half were serving fewer children as a result of hiring problems according to a study from the National Association for the Education of Young Children
Online postsecondary course company StraighterLine has partnered with course sharing provider Acadeum to provide access to more than 250 of StraighterLine's accredited on-demand college courses, making them available to students whose institutions don't offer them.
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Industries
Enterprise Software
Education
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$11.6M
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
Founded
2008
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