# GetAFive

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

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Chicago, US
- Website: www.getafive.com
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 1, 2012)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

GetAFive specializes in personalized tutoring services to help students excel in Advanced Placement (AP) exams, providing expert guidance and tailored learning experiences to maximize their academic potential.GetAFive offers targeted tutoring solutions primarily focused on Advanced Placement subjects. The company was acquired by Tutor.com, Inc. in August 2014, though specific financial terms were not disclosed. Headquartered in Chicago, US, GetAFive has engaged in two deals to enhance its market presence.GetAFive provides AP 5 Tutoring, a program from The Princeton Review, which offers personalized tutoring services for students aiming to excel in Advanced Placement exams. Their core product includes one-on-one sessions with expert tutors who develop tailored learning plans, breaking down complex concepts into manageable lessons. The program supplies extensive prep materials, including top-rated AP prep books and numerous practice questions, making it ideal for high school students in the US preparing for college-level coursework.AP 5 Tutoring's revenue model relies on hourly fees for personalized sessions, starting at USD 250 per hour. Clients typically pre-purchase sessions, and the service includes a money-back guarantee for students who do not score a 5 on their AP exams after completing the tutoring program, thus fostering client trust with clear outcomes tied to their investment.Looking ahead, GetAFive aims to expand its offerings with new tutoring products scheduled for launch in the next year. They are also targeting growth in additional geographic markets, focusing on regions such as the Northeast and West Coast of the United States by the end of 2025. The company plans to utilize resources from its most recent funding deal in August 2014 to support these strategic initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 1, 2012 — Sandbox Industries, RightSide Capital Management

## Investors

- Sandbox Industries (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sandbox-industries) — Seed
- RightSide Capital Management — Seed