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Capella University

1 known investors

Capella University is an online higher education institution offering competency-based bachelor's, master's, specialist, doctoral, and certificate programs designed for working adults. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, it has operated since 1993 and serves students seeking professional development and career advancement across various fields.

EdTech

Founders & leadership

RSRichard Senese
Richard Senesein

Investors · 1

MaveronSeattle · $100K – $8M

Founder mafia

2 people who came through Capella University went on to found or lead other companies.

Rob AdamsPhDFounded Alumni VenturesMark DowdsMSCFounded Responsible

Competitors · 1

by search overlap
Niche4236 shared keywordsNiche operates a platform that helps students and families research and compare K-12 schools, colleges, and grad schools using data, rankings, and user reviews to find schools that fit their preferences. It offers tools to organize school searches and a Direct Admissions feature that lets colleges accept students based on their Niche profile, and partners with schools to connect with prospective students.

Companies competing with Capella University for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Capella University do?
Capella University is an online higher education institution offering competency-based bachelor's, master's, specialist, doctoral, and certificate programs designed for working adults. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, it has operated since 1993 and serves students seeking professional development and career advancement across various fields.
Who are Capella University's investors?
Capella University's investors include Maveron.