Nearpeer, Partnering with Colleges and Universities Nationally to Increase Enrollment
Maine Venture Fund proudly announces the addition of education technology pioneer Nearpeer to our portfolio of ambitious Maine companies. Nearpeer partners with colleges and universities nationally to increase enrollment. “Simply put, students who are more engaged with college peers feel a stronger commitment to showing up for – and completing – college. Nearpeer is a […]
Nearpeer Recognized with SCORE Success Award
“SCORE’s Success Awards are a testament to the innovation, diligence and dedication of these small businesses and entrepreneurs,” said Nancy Strojny, SCORE Portland Chapter chair. Nearpeer was recognized with SCORE’s 2019 Maine Technology Institute (MTI) Innovation Award. Read Full Article
Portland Startup Helps Colleges Reduce Student ‘Melt’ Rates by Using Technology to Combat Isolation
Colleges and universities lose out on millions of dollars in tuition revenue each year as a certain percentage of incoming students never actually show up on campus in the fall—whether because of financial worries, fear, loneliness, or just plain apathy, they simply melt away. A Portland-based startup believes it can help schools reduce this “summer melt,” as it’s […]