# Descomplica

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/descomplica

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Website: www.descomplica.com.br
- Total disclosed funding: $114M
- Latest round: Series E (Feb 18, 2021)
- Investors on record: 12

## About

Based in Brazil, Descomplica, Ltd. specializes in providing online educational services aimed at preparing students for national high school and higher education entrance exams.Descomplica, Ltd. is an online education provider based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, focusing on exam preparation. Founded in 2011 by Marco Fisbhen, the company has raised a total of BRL 450 million through funding rounds, including the Series E round completed on February 18, 2021, with notable investors such as SoftBank Group and Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Descomplica operates without any reported subsidiaries or parent companies.Descomplica offers a comprehensive suite of online educational products and services focused on preparing students for Brazil's national high school exam (Enem) and various higher education entrance exams. Its core offerings include extensive preparatory courses for the Enem, pre-university courses, and a digital platform for undergraduate and postgraduate education. The platform features over 2,000 video lessons, interactive exercises, and tailored study plans that enhance accessibility and flexibility for students across Brazil.Descomplica generates revenue through a subscription-based model, where students pay for access to its educational programs. Pricing plans include a basic plan for Enem preparation at 12 installments of R$25.90 and more comprehensive guides for medical school entrance exams, priced at up to 12 installments of R$69.90. Postgraduate courses begin at R$149.00 per month, with a B2C approach catering to both high school graduates and working professionals seeking further education.In February 2021, Descomplica, Ltd. raised BRL 450 million in Series E funding to support its growth initiatives. The funds will be utilized for acquisitions and the development of new products, including the launch of 33 new courses by next year. Descomplica also aims to expand its market presence, although specific geographic regions have not been disclosed. Marco Fisbhen will continue to lead the company as CEO.

## Funding rounds

- Series E, Feb 18, 2021, $83M — Amadeus Capital Partners, SoftBank Group, Invus Financial Advisors, Valor Capital Group, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Peninsula Participacoes, Intercorp Peru Ltd.
- Series D, Feb 28, 2018, $17M — Amadeus Capital Partners, Social Capital, Invus Financial Advisors, Valor Capital Group, Endeavor Catalyst
- Series C, Jun 12, 2015, $7M — Amadeus Capital Partners, Valar, Social Capital, Valor Capital Group
- Series B, Feb 6, 2014, $5M — Valar, 500 Global, Social Capital, Valor Capital Group
- Series A, Dec 19, 2012, $2M — Valar, 500 Global, Social Capital, Valor Capital Group, El Area
- Seed, Nov 12, 2012, $0.1M — El Area

## Investors

- El Area (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/el-area) — Seed, Series A
- Valar (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/valar) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Series A, Series B
- Social Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/social-capital) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Valor Capital Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/valor-capital-group) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E
- Amadeus Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amadeus-capital-partners) — Series C, Series D, Series E
- Invus Financial Advisors (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/invus-financial-advisors) — Series D, Series E
- Endeavor Catalyst (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/endeavor-catalyst) — Series D
- SoftBank Group — Series E
- Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chan-zuckerberg-initiative) — Series E
- Peninsula Participacoes — Series E
- Intercorp Peru Ltd. — Series E