# SchooLinks

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Austin, US
- Website: www.schoolinks.com
- Total disclosed funding: $88M
- Latest round: Series B (Oct 21, 2024)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Based in the US, SchooLinks Inc. operates as a platform that streamlines college and career planning for students, educational institutions, and families, fostering student progress and career readiness through various tools and resources.Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, SchooLinks Inc. provides solutions for college and career readiness (CCR) to K-12 institutions. The company has secured four funding deals, with the most recent being a Series B round on October 21, 2024, raising USD 80.00 mn led by Susquehanna Growth Equity. Katie Fang is the founder of SchooLinks, bringing her expertise to the education technology space.SchooLinks offers a comprehensive platform designed to facilitate college and career planning for students, educational institutions, and families. The platform enables real-time tracking of student progress, including activities, assessments, and college preferences, allowing educators to monitor each student's trajectory and interests. Additionally, SchooLinks provides tools for compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy while minimizing manual data entry. The service is particularly focused on connecting students with industry partners, alumni, and real-world opportunities, enhancing career readiness through events and mentorship programs. SchooLinks primarily serves K-12 educational institutions across the United States, with a specific focus on states like California, Texas, and Florida, among others.SchooLinks generates revenue through subscription-based models tailored for educational institutions. Schools and districts pay for access to the platform, allowing them to manage college and career readiness programs for their students efficiently. The pricing structure is based on the number of users or the size of the district, which can include counselors and administrators who utilize the system for tracking student progress and compliance. Partnerships with educational organizations and industry stakeholders may also contribute to revenue, as SchooLinks facilitates connections that enhance student opportunities. The platform's emphasis on comprehensive solutions for career pathways and work-based learning programs is central to its service offering, ensuring that no student is left behind in their pursuit of post-secondary success.In October 2024, SchooLinks Inc. raised USD 80.00 mn in Series B funding, led by Susquehanna Growth Equity, with participation from The Stephens Group, Strada Education Network, and American Student Assistance. The funding will be utilized to expand its suite of college and career readiness offerings and accelerate its product ecosystem. SchooLinks plans to develop new products aimed at enhancing its platform capabilities. Additionally, the company is focused on expanding into new markets, specifically targeting educational institutions in regions that have shown a need for enhanced career readiness solutions.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Oct 21, 2024, $80M — American Student Assistance, Susquehanna Growth Equity, Strada Education Network, The Stephens Group
- Series A, Mar 4, 2021, $8.3M — SJF Ventures, LiveOak Venture, Juvo Ventures

## Investors

- SJF Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sjf-ventures) — Series A
- LiveOak Venture (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/liveoak-venture) — Series A
- Juvo Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/juvo-ventures) — Series A
- American Student Assistance — Series B
- Susquehanna Growth Equity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/susquehanna-growth-equity) — Series B
- Strada Education Network (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/strada-education-network) — Series B
- The Stephens Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/the-stephens-group) — Series B