About

Founded

2018

Headquarters

Brooklyn, New York

Industry

Edtech

Company Description

Outlier.org (from the co-founder of MasterClass) is building the future of higher education: one that's accessible, equitable, and affordable for everyone. Our immersive online courses feature cinematic lectures with instructors from the world's top universities, and even NASA! Students learn anywhere, anytime, and earn real college credits from accredited universities—all for a fraction of the average college costs.

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Funding

Total Raised

$46 million

Valuation

Undisclosed

Significant Investors

GV, Unusual Ventures, GSV Ventures, Harrison Metal, Gaingels

Company Traction

As of June 2023, Outlier claims students can save between 50%-66% on their college education.

As of June 2023, Outlier is not accredited but works with Golden Gate University for Degree+ programs and the University of Pittsburgh for individual courses so that students can earn transferable college credits.

Leadership Team

Aaron Rasmussen: Founder and CEO of Outlier. Former Co-Founder of MasterClass.

Michael Astolfi: VP of Product at Outlier. Founder of Star Penguin Games.

Nolan Hansen: VP of Finance at Outlier. Former VP of Finance at Propeller Industries.

Ava Plasse: VP of Video at Outlier. Former Senior Creative Producer at MasterClass.

Lauren Hill: VP of Student Success at Outlier. Former Senior Director & Head of Global Customer Experience at ClassPass.

Press

Outlier Blog (October 4, 2022): Legacy Meets Innovation: Golden Gate University + Outlier.org

Outlier Blog (June 9, 2022): Outlier.org Partners with Amazon, Chromebook & Other Mission-Aligned Organizations to Launch Free “College Success” Course

TechCrunch (April 22, 2021): MasterClass co-founder’s Outlier.org raises $30M for affordable, virtual college courses

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