McGraw Hill Professional

What McGraw Hill Professional does

McGraw Hill Professional, operating as a division of McGraw Hill Inc. (NYSE: MH), is a commercial and educational learning publisher headquartered in New York. Founded in 1888 and operating globally across 11 countries, the company delivers digital and print educational content, learning platforms, and assessment tools across three primary segments: Higher Education, PreK-12 Education, and Medical Education. Its higher education catalog spans 56 academic disciplines, while its PreK-12 and medical segments offer specialized content for K-12 schools and healthcare professional training.

The company's core technology stack centers on cloud-based educational platforms including Connect® (a learning management platform with SmartBook adaptive reading), ALEKS® (an AI-driven adaptive learning and knowledge-space assessment platform), SIMnet (Microsoft Office skills simulation), Virtual Labs, and Sharpen (an AI-powered mobile study companion). Additional products include AccessEngineering, AccessScience, MH Medical, Boards & Beyond, Clinical Reasoning, Achieve3000, and Actively Learn, supported by integrations with major LMS platforms (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) and a partnership with Kahoot! for gamified learning. The proprietary ALEKS adaptive learning engine, which personalizes instruction based on individual knowledge gaps, represents the company's most differentiated AI asset.

McGraw Hill generates revenue primarily through recurring institutional subscriptions and site licenses (Higher Ed revenue of $225.4M in Q3 FY2026 grew 24% YoY), supplemented by per-seat access codes, individual eBook purchases through self-serve e-commerce, and traditional print textbook sales. The go-to-market combines direct field sales to educational institutions, inside sales, self-serve digital platforms, and regional distributor partnerships. Full-year FY2026 revenue is guided at $2.067-$2.087 billion with Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $729-$739 million.

Name

McGraw Hill Professional

Legal name

McGraw Hill Inc.

Website

https://mhprofessional.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1888

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

McGraw Hill Professional is a New York-based educational publisher and learning technology company serving Higher Education, PreK-12, and Medical Education markets across 56 academic disciplines globally. It delivers digital platforms (Connect, ALEKS, Sharpen), adaptive learning AI, and print/digital content via institutional subscriptions and self-serve channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Publishing and Learning Technology

NAICS

Educational Services (61), Software Publishers (5132), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Books: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2731), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Core Digital Curriculum & Courseware (Full Programs & Units) (EDAFACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Adaptive Learning & Personalized Instruction Software (EDAJAMAE), Curriculum, Lesson Planning & Instructional Content Platforms (EDAJAMAD), Medicine & Allied Health (Clinical) (EDAGABAG)

Keywords

• Educational publishing
• Digital learning platforms
• Adaptive learning technology
• Medical education content
• K-12 curriculum solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Higher Education: Digital and print course materials, textbooks, and subscription platforms (Connect, ALEKS) for college and university students. Revenue grew 24% to $225.4 million in Q3 fiscal 2026.
2. PreK-12 Education: Educational materials and platforms for K-12 schools including digital products (Achieve3000, Actively Learn, ConnectED) and print textbooks across subjects like literacy, math, science, and social studies.
3. Medical Education: Medical reference and educational content through AccessMedicine, Boards & Beyond, and Clinical Reasoning platforms for healthcare professional education and training.
4. Print Textbooks and Courseware: Traditional print textbook sales and custom courseware solutions for educational institutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

McGraw Hill Professional develops, publishes, and distributes digital and print educational content and adaptive learning platforms for K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and medical education institutions. Its portfolio includes proprietary learning platforms (Connect, ALEKS, SIMnet, Sharpen), reference databases (AccessEngineering, AccessScience, AccessMedicine), and textbook-aligned courseware sold via institutional site licenses and individual student access codes.

Product overview

McGraw Hill Professional operates as a multi-segment educational publishing and technology company offering a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core Higher Education division provides digital learning platforms including Connect® for course management and ALEKS® for adaptive math and science instruction, supplemented by specialized products like SIMnet (office skills), Virtual Labs, AI Reader, AccessEngineering, AccessScience, and MH Medical for discipline-specific needs. The PreK-12 segment delivers content through ConnectED along with acquired brands Achieve3000 and Actively Learn for literacy instruction. The Medical Education division provides MH Medical (Access), Boards & Beyond, and Clinical Reasoning for healthcare professional training. Sharpen serves as a mobile AI-powered study companion across segments, while Dual Enrollment Solutions facilitates K-12 to higher education transitions. The portfolio integrates with learning management systems and supports approximately 56 academic disciplines across higher education markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Connect: Online learning platform with SmartBook adaptive learning technology
• ALEKS
• SIMnet
• Sharpen
• Achieve3000
• Actively Learn
• ConnectED

Products and services

• Connect® A comprehensive learning management platform for higher education that provides adaptive assignments, instant feedback, and integration with eBooks for course delivery. Sold to colleges and universities as an institutional course delivery platform.
• ALEKS® An adaptive learning and assessment platform that uses artificial intelligence to personalize math and science education through individualized learning paths. Sold to higher education institutions and PreK-12 schools as a standalone adaptive learning subscription.
• SIMnet A simulation-based training platform for Microsoft Office applications and professional skills development with hands-on interactive lessons. Sold to higher education institutions for computer applications and business skills coursework.
• Sharpen A mobile-first study companion powered by responsible AI that provides bite-sized quizzes, summaries, and flashcards to help students prepare for exams. Available to institutions and individual learners as a standalone mobile study app.
• MH Medical (Access) A comprehensive medical education platform providing access to textbooks, clinical resources, and multimedia content for healthcare students and professionals. Sold to medical schools, teaching hospitals, and medical libraries.
• ConnectED A PreK-12 learning platform connecting educators, students, and parents with digital curriculum resources and classroom management tools. Sold to K-12 schools and districts.
• Achieve3000 A PreK-12 literacy and comprehension platform providing differentiated instruction and assessments for reading proficiency. Sold to K-12 school districts for literacy intervention and instruction.
• Actively Learn A PreK-12 digital literacy platform enabling teachers to create and assign interactive reading content with embedded questions and assessments. Sold to K-12 schools for literacy instruction.
• Boards & Beyond A medical education platform providing video lessons, questions, and study resources for medical board exam preparation. Sold to medical students and medical schools for USMLE preparation.
• AccessEngineering A digital engineering reference platform providing access to engineering textbooks, videos, calculators, and curriculum-aligned content. Sold to engineering schools and institutions.
• AccessScience A science reference database offering authoritative encyclopedia articles, news, and multimedia resources for STEM education. Sold to academic institutions and libraries.
• Virtual Labs Cloud-based virtual laboratory environments for science education allowing students to conduct experiments and simulations remotely. Sold to higher education institutions for science lab coursework.
• McGraw Hill eBook & ReadAnywhere App Digital textbook access through web and mobile application, allowing students to read course materials anytime, anywhere with offline capability. Sold to institutions and individual students.
• AI Reader An AI-powered reading assistance tool that helps students process and understand educational text content through intelligent support features. Sold to institutions as a standalone accessibility and comprehension tool.
• Dual Enrollment Solutions Programs enabling high school students to earn college credits through partnerships between K-12 institutions and higher education. Sold to K-12 schools and higher education institutions.
• First Aid Forward A medical board exam preparation resource providing updated content based on the First Aid reference series with integrated study tools. Sold to medical students preparing for USMLE board exams.
• Clinical Reasoning A medical education platform focused on developing clinical reasoning skills through case-based learning and assessment scenarios. Sold to medical schools for clinical skills development.
• McGraw Hill AR Augmented reality educational experiences that bring learning materials to life through interactive 3D visualizations for enhanced student engagement. Sold to K-12 schools as a supplementary AR learning resource.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24% year-over-year revenue growth in Higher Education segment to $225.4 million in Q3 fiscal 2026
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• KahootcoreTechnology or IntegrationMcGraw Hill offers integration with Kahoot!, providing gamified quiz and learning game capabilities within the educational ecosystem. This partnership enhances student engagement through interactive, game-based learning activities that complement McGraw Hill's core content and platforms.
• Learning Management System PartnerscoreTechnology or IntegrationMcGraw Hill provides Learning Management System (LMS) integration services, enabling seamless embedding of educational content and platforms within institutional systems like Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, and other major LMS platforms.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Chegg Inc. Student-focused learning platform offering textbook rentals, study help, and AI tutoring (CheggMate). Competes with McGraw Hill for higher-ed student wallet share on course materials and exam prep.
• Pearson plc: Global educational publisher and assessment company operating across K-12, Higher Education, and Professional/Vocational segments. Closest direct competitor to McGraw Hill in scale, scope, and digital learning platform strategy (e.g., Pearson MyLab).
• Scholastic Corporation: Children's book publisher and K-12 educational content provider with classroom magazines, literacy programs, and book fairs. Comparable to McGraw Hill's PreK-12 literacy and reading instruction business.
• John Wiley & Sons: Scholarly publisher with a major Higher Education textbook and digital courseware business (WileyPLUS) plus research/journal arms. Closely comparable to McGraw Hill in higher-ed content and digital learning platforms.
• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: K-12 focused educational publisher with curriculum, assessments, and professional learning services (HMH Into Reading, Waggle). Direct competitor in the PreK-12 segment where McGraw Hill operates ConnectED, Achieve3000, and Actively Learn.
• Cengage Group: US-based educational publisher focused on Higher Education and workforce/skills content (Cengage Unlimited subscription model, MindTap platform). Directly competes with McGraw Hill in higher-ed courseware and adaptive learning.

Emerging players

• Coursera, Inc. Online learning platform partnering with universities and companies to deliver courses, certificates, and degrees. Represents the digital-native, course-platform model that competes for institutional and student spend alongside McGraw Hill's Connect ecosystem.

Broad incumbents

• Springer Nature: Academic publisher with significant Higher Education textbook and reference content across STEM and humanities. Broader research/scientific publishing portfolio makes it an incumbent comparable rather than a direct competitor to McGraw Hill's courseware business.
• Kaplan, Inc. Test preparation, professional certification, and higher-education support services company (subsidiary of Graham Holdings). Comparable to McGraw Hill's exam prep and professional development offerings (Sharpen, First Aid Forward).
• Elsevier (RELX): Global academic and scientific publisher with a large Clinical/Medical education portfolio (ClinicalKey, Complete Anatomy) comparable to McGraw Hill's AccessMedicine and Boards & Beyond, but operating at a much larger scale across a broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/mhhighered
• Facebookfacebook.com/mcgrawhillhighered
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/showcase/mcgraw-hill-higher-education
• Instagraminstagram.com/mhhighered

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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