StudyHelp
StudyHelp GmbH is a Paderborn-based education company that provides hybrid exam preparation products for German and Austrian students, combining printed Lernhefte, QR-code-linked video content, in-person Abitur Intensivkurse, online courses, and individual tutoring.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2016
- HeadquartersPaderborn, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
StudyHelp firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- StudyHelp
- Legal name
- StudyHelp GmbH
- Website
- https://studyhelp.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2016
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- StudyHelp GmbH is a Paderborn-based education company that provides hybrid exam preparation products for German and Austrian students, combining printed Lernhefte, QR-code-linked video content, in-person Abitur Intensivkurse, online courses, and individual tutoring.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
StudyHelp industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Education / Exam Preparation Services
- NAICS
- Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)
- SIC
- Services-Educational Services (8200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Higher Education Admissions & Placement Exam Prep (GRE/GMAT/LSAT/MCAT) (EDAGADAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Interdisciplinary/General Education & Study Skills (EDAGABAN), Content-Area Remediation (Science & Social Studies Academic Support) (EDAKADAE), Assessment & Test Prep Media (Video Lessons, Drills, Simulations) (EDAGALAD), Digital/Blended K–12 Courseware & Interactive Textbooks (EDAGAAAJ)
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Where StudyHelp is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Paderborn
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
StudyHelp business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Abitur Intensivkurse: In-person or online intensive crash courses for Abitur exam preparation in subjects including Math, German, English, and Biology. Courses are conducted over 2-3 days and are tailored to state-specific curricula. Includes course materials and coaching.
- Learning Platform Subscriptions: Online courses accessible through the learning platform (shop.studyhelp.de/collections/onlinekurse) covering grades 2 through Abitur and into university studies. Standard VAT applies to online courses.
- Individual Tutoring/Coaching: One-on-one tutoring sessions available in-person or online, flexible booking based on student needs.
- Learning Booklets (Lernhefte): Physical and digital learning booklets sold through the online shop. VAT exempt under § 4 Nr. 21 UStG for tutoring materials. Covers various subjects and grade levels.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Abitur Intensivkurse - In-person or online crash courses |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
StudyHelp product offering
Product offeringCore offering
StudyHelp delivers a hybrid multi-channel learning system for German and Austrian students, anchored by printed and digital Lernhefte study booklets with QR-code-linked video content, an online learning platform with subject-specific portals, intensive Abitur exam-preparation courses (Abitur Intensivkurse) held in-person across Germany, and individual or group tutoring delivered online or at Academy locations. Content is co-developed with well-known German educational YouTubers (Daniel Jung, Lehrer Schmidt) and aligned to German federal state curricula from grade 2 through university preparation.
Product overview
StudyHelp is a hybrid education company offering a comprehensive portfolio of exam preparation products spanning both online and offline formats. The core product lineup consists of Lernhefte (printed and digital study booklets with QR-code linked video content), Abitur Intensivkurse (in-person intensive exam preparation courses in Mathematics, German, English, and Biology), Mathe Abi Onlinekurs (federal state-specific online mathematics preparation course), Online Nachhilfe (individual tutoring available both online and in-person), and a free Online-Lernen Portal with subject-specific learning sub-portals covering Mathematics, German, Biology, English, Chemistry, History, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Latin, and Financial Statements. All products serve students from grade 2 through university level across Germany and Austria. The company combines digital content with in-person coaching to address different learning styles.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Abitur Intensivkurse (Abitur Intensive Courses) In-person intensive exam-preparation courses for the German Abitur, covering Mathematics, German, English, and Biology. Courses are held at physical locations across Germany, run over 2-3 days, and include course materials and coaching. Pricing varies by course and location. Intended for high school students (typically ages 15-18) preparing for state-specific Abitur exams.
- Lernhefte (Study Booklets) Printed and digital study booklets for exam preparation across multiple grade levels and subjects. Each booklet contains QR codes that link directly to explanatory videos, explanations, and exercises with solutions. Available for subjects including Mathematics (grades 5-10), Math-Abschluss (Hauptschule/Realschule), German, and English, in print and as e-books. Sold through shop.studyhelp.de and VAT-exempt under § 4 Nr. 21 UStG.
- Lernplattform (Online Learning Platform & Online-Lernen Portal) Digital learning portal with free explanations, learning videos, and exercises, organized into subject-specific sub-portals covering grades 2 through university level. Includes paid online courses accessible via the shop (shop.studyhelp.de/collections/onlinekurse) for grades 2 through Abitur and into university studies. Standard VAT applies to online courses. Subjects include Math, German, Biology, English, Chemistry, History, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Latin, and Financial Statements.
- Mathe Abi Onlinekurs (Mathematics Abitur Online Course) Online course providing complete upper-secondary mathematics curriculum preparation for the Abitur, organized by German federal state. Includes explanations, videos, and exercises delivered chapter by chapter. Sold via shop.studyhelp.de with standard VAT.
- Online Nachhilfe / StudyHelp Academy (Tutoring & Coaching) Individual and group tutoring/coaching sessions for all subjects, school types, and grade levels, delivered either at StudyHelp Academy locations or online. Qualified coaches provide flexible one-on-one support tailored to student needs. VAT-exempt under § 4 Nr. 21 UStG.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 70,000 students have trusted StudyHelp for exam preparation
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use StudyHelp
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
StudyHelp technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
Feature3 records
StudyHelp partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Lehrer SchmidtcorePartnership since January 2021 with YouTube channel operated by a teacher and principal. Joint creation of learning booklets for mathematics (grades 5-10) and Math-Abschluss for Hauptschule and Realschule. Booklets include explanations, exercises with solutions, and videos via QR codes. Products available in print and as e-books.
- Universität PaderbornminorUniversity awarded StudyHelp with the quality label 'Unternehmensgründung aus der Universität Paderborn' in April 2017. This label is given to successful university spin-offs that maintain close ties with the university.
- Daniel JungcorePartnership since 2013 with Daniel Jung ('Mathe-Rockstar' and YouTube Education Ambassador). Joint development of intensive courses and learning materials. Continuous collaboration to promote digitalization of education and create individual learning opportunities. Daniel Jung provides over 3,000 educational videos on YouTube.
- Mathebibel.deminorEducation partnership focused on interactive mathematics training booklets for students of all ages. The themed booklets offer numerous exercises complemented by detailed online explanations accessible via QR codes.
- Die MerkhilfeminorJoint publishing of subject-specific publisher products (Lernhefte) for German and English subjects. Materials are closely linked to the Die Merkhilfe YouTube channel and offer numerous online content for flexible learning.
- INU (Innovative University Of Applied Sciences)minorOfficial partner of INU online university. INU enables students to complete their entire studies online in full-time or part-time mode with maximum temporal flexibility. Innovative didactic concept combined with digital learning forms and AI-based learning tools.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights6 records
StudyHelp competitors and assessment
Company assessmentEmerging players
- Phase6: Vocabulary and language-learning app widely used in German schools, including for Abitur preparation. Overlaps with StudyHelp's English/Latin subject coverage and school-channel reach.
- Mathebibel.de: German math explanation portal and StudyHelp partner; provides online math content across school and university levels. A niche adjacent player that already collaborates with StudyHelp on Lernhefte products.
- anton.app: Free K-12 learning app covering core subjects in German, used by teachers and students for classroom and home study. Overlaps with StudyHelp's K-12 coverage and free online learning portal.
Direct peers
- simpleclub: German learning platform offering subject-specific video lessons, exam prep, and study tools for students from grade 5 through university. Direct competitor with similar video-first, multi-subject hybrid model targeting the same Abitur-student demographic.
- Sofatutor: German subscription-based tutoring platform with thousands of explanatory videos, exercises, and tutoring across K-12 subjects. Closely comparable model to StudyHelp's Lernhefte + online learning portal offering.
- Duden Learnattack: Online learning and exam-prep platform from Duden (Cornelsen-owned), focused on school subjects, Abitur preparation, and study guides. Direct competitor in the German Abitur prep and learning-materials space.
- Bettermarks: Adaptive math learning platform used widely in German schools, covering grade 5 through 10. Comparable to StudyHelp's math-focused Lernhefte and Onlinekurs offerings for the same target audience.
- StudySmarter (StudySmarter Group): German-origin study app offering flashcards, summaries, and study tools for students and university learners. Overlaps with StudyHelp's broader student-base targeting and digital learning content.
Broad incumbents
- Khan Academy (Khan Academy Deutsch): Global non-profit educational platform offering free video lessons and practice exercises across many subjects, with a localized German-language presence. Broader incumbent competing for the same student attention and study time.
- Cornelsen Verlag: Large German educational publisher producing textbooks, digital learning materials, and platforms (including Duden Learnattack). Broad incumbent in the same K-12 / Abitur publishing and learning-content category as StudyHelp's Lernhefte.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
StudyHelp leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
StudyHelp funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
StudyHelp M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about StudyHelp
What does StudyHelp do?
StudyHelp delivers a hybrid multi-channel learning system for German and Austrian students, anchored by printed and digital Lernhefte study booklets with QR-code-linked video content, an online learning platform with subject-specific portals, intensive Abitur exam-preparation courses (Abitur Intensivkurse) held in-person across Germany, and individual or group tutoring delivered online or at Academy locations. Content is co-developed with well-known German educational YouTubers (Daniel Jung, Lehrer Schmidt) and aligned to German federal state curricula from grade 2 through university preparation.
Is StudyHelp a public or private company?
StudyHelp is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was StudyHelp founded?
StudyHelp was founded in 2016. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is StudyHelp based?
StudyHelp is headquartered in Paderborn, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does StudyHelp make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Abitur Intensivkurse is the primary driver. The others are learning Platform Subscriptions, individual Tutoring/Coaching and learning Booklets (Lernhefte).
Who are StudyHelp's main competitors?
Emerging players on record are Phase6, Mathebibel.de and anton.app. Direct peers are simpleclub, Sofatutor, Duden Learnattack, Bettermarks and StudySmarter (StudySmarter Group). Broad incumbents are Khan Academy (Khan Academy Deutsch) and Cornelsen Verlag.
Does StudyHelp have an API?
No public API is recorded for StudyHelp.
What industry is StudyHelp in?
StudyHelp's product category is Education / Exam Preparation Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAGADAC, Higher Education Admissions & Placement Exam Prep (GRE/GMAT/LSAT/MCAT), with a secondary code of EDAGABAN, Interdisciplinary/General Education & Study Skills. Its NAICS code is 611691 and its SIC code is 8200.