Dyad.com
Dyad.com is a mentorship platform that has helped students earn over $27M in university scholarships.
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Established in 2012, Dyad is an online platform focused on mentorship and university application services for students. Initially known as ChaseFuture, the company was founded in Shanghai, China, by Chase Feiger, Han Shao, and Greg Nance. The founding stemmed from their experiences at Cambridge University, with a mission to improve access to education.
Dyad operates a direct-to-consumer (B2C) business model, generating revenue by providing one-on-one mentorship to guide students through the university admissions process. The platform connects international students with admissions experts tailored to their specific academic and extracurricular profiles. These mentors assist with university selection, application strategy, resume refinement, personal statement planning, and interview practice. Clients are charged based on the service plan they select. The platform includes a digital workspace for face-to-face video conferences and document reviews, delivering a customized curriculum.
The company's services have demonstrably aided students in securing significant financial aid, with reports indicating they have helped students earn over $27 million in university scholarships. A notable percentage of their students gain admission to top-tier universities, with 40% being accepted into a Top 25 U.S. university and 45% into the UK's G5 universities. In 2015, Dyad was recognized as the "People's Choice for Asia's Best Startup" at the Echelon Summit. The company has secured $1.4 million in funding over two seed rounds, with the latest round in September 2016 bringing in $1 million from investors such as 500 Durians, SOSV, and Banyan Partners.
Keywords: university admissions, mentorship platform, international students, education consulting, application services, scholarship assistance, college prep, admissions strategy, student mentoring, higher education, ChaseFuture, online learning, academic consulting, resume building, interview preparation, personal statement help, UK universities, US universities, edtech, Shanghai startup