Team Upgrade
Upgrade Campus offers a unique, results-guaranteed tutoring program primarily focused on SAT preparation and other international admissions tests. They differentiate themselves by offering a 100% refund if the target score is not achieved, under their 'guaranteed product' terms. Their program includes a structured four-step process: level test and goal setting, personalized learning execution with progress tracking via an app, official exam participation, and goal achievement with a refund policy for unmet targets. The company emphasizes the quality of its instructors, who are described as having verified skills, communication abilities, and acting as admission role models and mentors. They also highlight a patented system developed by Seoul National University researchers for an optimized learning environment and content that drives student immersion. Key products include Digital SAT mock tests with the latest patterns and high difficulty, 'One-Shot Math 800®' for math preparation taught by a top instructor, and 'VOCA Sprint®' for vocabulary building up to GRE level. The company aims to standardize self-directed learning and helps students achieve their dream university admissions.
Team Upgrade
Upgrade Campus offers a unique, results-guaranteed tutoring program primarily focused on SAT preparation and other international admissions tests. They differentiate themselves by offering a 100% refund if the target score is not achieved, under their 'guaranteed product' terms. Their program includes a structured four-step process: level test and goal setting, personalized learning execution with progress tracking via an app, official exam participation, and goal achievement with a refund policy for unmet targets. The company emphasizes the quality of its instructors, who are described as having verified skills, communication abilities, and acting as admission role models and mentors. They also highlight a patented system developed by Seoul National University researchers for an optimized learning environment and content that drives student immersion. Key products include Digital SAT mock tests with the latest patterns and high difficulty, 'One-Shot Math 800®' for math preparation taught by a top instructor, and 'VOCA Sprint®' for vocabulary building up to GRE level. The company aims to standardize self-directed learning and helps students achieve their dream university admissions.
TL;DR
What they do: Mentorship-oriented e-learning/tutoring platform focused on SAT and other international admissions tests (also known as Upgrade Campus)
Founded / HQ: Founded Feb 14, 2022; headquartered in San Jose, California, United States
Team size: Around 11–50 employees (source reports 18)
Funding: Seed-stage funding; last reported round Sep 28, 2022; total funding reported as $1,140,000 (USD)
Company Overview
Problem Domain
Standardizing and improving self-directed learning and mentorship for students preparing for international admissions exams.
Founded
2022
Industry
E-Learning / Tutoring
Funding Track Record
Last reported seed round on Sep 28, 2022
Earlier seed-stage disclosure reported May 3, 2022
Investor Signal
“TIPS Program; WEAVERSMIND; Fast Ventures”