Unigo announced that it closed its first round of institutional funding, led by The McGraw-Hill Companies. Unigo will use the investment to expand to include graduate schools and accredited universities outside the United States, and broaden its reach through alliances with major publishers, said the company. Founded in 2008, Unigo is based in New York and funded by McGraw Hill and angel investors.
Unigo.com Attracts $1.6 Million in Institutional Capital led by McGraw-Hill
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