Education is one of the most powerful drivers of change and upward mobility. At 2U, we empower forward-thinking universities to reimagine education, ensuring that students everywhere can dream bigger, reach their highest potential and fulfill their aspirations through life-changing educational experiences. We help universities become the best possible digital versions of themselves so they can offer more students than ever access to transformative education.

2U was founded in 2008 when a small team began working on one big idea: to build online degree programs as good as, or better than, traditional on-campus programs at top universities.

In the early days, our work was met with skepticism. It was believed then — and some believe it still — that an online program could never match the quality of education delivered on campus.

At 2U, we believed — and still believe — that while higher education is changing rapidly, universities that embrace the power of technology will uphold their missions and continue to grow at a scale never imagined. We also believe great universities can and will continue to be the single most important catalyst for societal change.

Our partners are creating a future where online students have the same rights and responsibilities as their on-campus counterparts. We succeed because, at our core, we believe in this future, from our executives to our marketing managers to our support counselors. Every 2U employee is united, with our university partners, in fulfilling the promise of education.