Kepler College

What Kepler College does

Kepler College is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational institution founded in 1992 by Maggie Nalbandian, headquartered at 100 N. Howard St., Spokane, WA. It specializes in online astrological education, offering two flagship diploma programs — the Kepler Professional Diploma in Astrology (KPDA) and the Kepler Advanced Professional Diploma in Astrology (KAPDA) — alongside an extensive catalog of certificate programs covering Fundamentals, AstroMapping, Medieval Astrology, Hellenistic Natal Astrology, Counseling and Relationships, Prediction Fundamentals, and Professional Development. Most certificates require approximately 40 weeks of study. The college also runs workshops, free monthly webinars (offered since 2009), and individual courses. Instruction is delivered live online in small classroom settings by a faculty of over 70 practicing astrologers representing multiple traditions including Hellenistic, Medieval, Vedic, and Modern.

The platform is built on commodity educational technology infrastructure: Moodle for the learning management system, Zoom for live classes and webinars, an e-commerce storefront (the Kepler Store), a virtual library, and a Kepler College mobile app. Kepler originally operated as a degree-granting institution authorized by the Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board from 2000 to 2012; it transitioned fully to diploma and certificate programs by 2012.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: tuition fees for diploma and certificate programs (subscription/recurring), individual course and workshop purchases through the Kepler Store (one-time), and tax-deductible donations to the General Operating Fund, Capital Campaign, Maggie Nalbandian Scholarship Fund, and free webinar series. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, but merit-based scholarships range from $100–$300 per student per term, issued as store credit. Students are sourced globally via direct-to-consumer channels including the website, social media (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), email newsletter, and community referrals, with operating geographies spanning the USA, UK, France, Italy, Turkey, Australia, Canada, and Mexico.

Name

Kepler College

Legal name

Kepler College

Website

https://keplercollege.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kepler College is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit online institution founded in 1992, offering astrology diploma and certificate programs worldwide. It serves aspiring students, serious learners, and professional astrologers via live online classes taught by 70+ faculty.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Astrology Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online Learning Content & Course Publishing Platforms (BPAMAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Workshops, Webinars & Live Masterclasses (MPACALAD)

Keywords

• Astrology education
• Online courses
• Diploma programs
• Certificate programs
• Astrology training

Headquarters

HQ city

Lynnwood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Diploma and Certificate Programs: Revenue generated from tuition fees for professional diploma programs (KPDA, KAPDA) and various certificate programs. Students pay for courses taken toward certificates or diplomas.
2. Workshops and Individual Courses: Individual course purchases and workshop fees through the Kepler Store e-commerce platform.
3. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Kepler College receives tax-deductible donations supporting the General Operating Fund, Capital Campaign, Maggie Nalbandian Scholarship Fund, and free webinar series.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Kepler College provides structured online astrological education through professional diploma programs (KPDA, KAPDA), specialized certificate programs, individual courses, and workshops, all delivered live online by a faculty of over 70 practicing astrologers. Students can pursue professional credentials recognized by ISAR, NCGR, and OPA, while free monthly webinars extend educational access to a broader community.

Product overview

Kepler College offers a comprehensive astrological education platform consisting of diploma programs and certificate programs. The core offerings include the Kepler Professional Diploma in Astrology (KPDA) and Kepler Advanced Professional Diploma in Astrology (KAPDA) for students seeking professional-level credentials. These are complemented by certificate programs covering specialized disciplines such as Fundamentals, AstroMapping, Medieval Astrology, Hellenistic Natal Astrology, Counseling and Relationships, Prediction Fundamentals, and Professional Development. Additional offerings include workshops, free webinars (provided since 2009), and individual courses covering topics from beginner fundamentals to advanced predictive techniques. All programs are delivered live online with access to experienced instructors and a community of peers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kepler Professional Diploma in Astrology (KPDA) A comprehensive professional diploma program providing a structured path toward professional-level astrological practice, covering natal astrology, predictive techniques, astrological history and philosophy, with practical training in chart interpretation, forecasting, research, and consulting skills.
• Kepler Advanced Professional Diploma in Astrology (KAPDA) An advanced professional diploma building on the KPDA, offering deeper specialization and mastery of astrological disciplines for practitioners seeking highest-level credentials.
• Certificate Programs In-depth study programs in specific astrological disciplines including Fundamentals, AstroMapping, Medieval Astrology, Hellenistic Natal Astrology, Counseling and Relationships, Prediction Fundamentals, Professional Development, and more. Most certificates require 40 weeks of study.
• Fundamentals I: Introduction to Astrology Core course teaching fundamental astrological knowledge including natal chart analysis, interpretation, and basic client consultation skills, enabling students to synthesize astrological components into a coherent analysis.
• Transits Course Course covering the art of prediction through planetary transits, teaching how to organize, prioritize, and communicate which transits result in changes in the inner and outer worlds.
• The Digital Storefront: Foundations of Web Presence for Practitioners Course teaching practitioners to construct a strategic architecture of a professional web presence using the Hub and Spoke model, with a website as the central destination for all marketing channels.
• Workshops Special interest workshops providing focused study on specific astrological topics and techniques for skill development.

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• American Federation of Astrologers (AFA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with well-known and respected astrological organization for mutual support and advancement of astrology education and profession.
• Organization of Professional Astrologers (OPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on professional development and certification preparation for astrologers. Kepler diploma program recognized by OPA for exam eligibility.
• CAELi (Celestial Arts Education Library)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccess to physical astrological library located in Olympia, Washington. CAELi Institute publishes The CAELi Review quarterly journal.
• ISAR (International Society of Astrological Research)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerISAR provides scholarships for astrological study and recognizes Kepler's diploma program for professional-level exam eligibility without requiring previous exams.
• NCGR (National Council for Geocosmic Research)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNCGR allows Kepler diploma graduates to sit for professional-level exams. NCGR scholarships available for astrological study.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• American Federation of Astrologers (AFA): One of Kepler's named strategic partners and a longstanding US professional astrology membership body. Comparable as an ecosystem participant in professional credentialing and continuing education for astrologers.
• The Mountain Astrologer: Long-running trade publication and education-adjacent resource for the astrological community. Comparable as a peer in the broader astrology knowledge ecosystem that competes for the same engaged student and practitioner audience.

Emerging players

• Co–Star: Personalized astrology app with social features and bite-sized astrological content. Comparable as a younger, venture-backed entrant shaping how new students engage with astrological concepts before potentially advancing to deeper Kepler-style structured study.
• Chani Nicholas: Creator-led astrology education platform combining a popular app (CHANI) with workshops, courses, and a book. Comparable as a modern, brand-driven entrant in astrology education with significant consumer reach and online-first delivery.

Direct peers

• Astrology University: Online astrology education platform offering webinars, workshops, and conferences run by a roster of well-known practicing astrologers. Directly comparable to Kepler as another institution delivering structured live online astrology education to a global student base.
• International Academy of Astrology: Online astrology school offering certificate and diploma programs across multiple astrological traditions. Closely comparable to Kepler in curriculum structure, online delivery model, and professional-level credentialing.
• School of Traditional Astrology: UK-based school offering structured online diploma and certificate courses in traditional (medieval and Hellenistic) astrology. Comparable to Kepler as a credentialed online astrological education institution with similar target student.
• Mercury Internet School of Psychological Astrology (MISPA): Online-only astrology school delivering diploma-level programs in psychological astrology. Comparable to Kepler's online diploma model and professional practitioner target market.

Broad incumbents

• Cafe Astrology: Long-established astrology content and chart-reading site serving global consumers with free horoscopes and educational articles. Comparable as a top-of-funnel resource that introduces prospective students to astrology, often before they reach Kepler.
• Astrodienst (Astro.com): Swiss-based astrology platform providing chart calculations, horoscopes, and extensive free educational content. Operates broadly in the astrology space as a larger incumbent reaching the same global audience Kepler targets at the entry level.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/keplercollege
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/KeplerCollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/KeplerCollege
• Instagraminstagram.com/keplercollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kepler-college

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Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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