UniTru connects prospective college students with current students for virtual tours and insights into campus life. The platform offers unfiltered perspectives on the university experience, helping students make informed decisions about where to apply and attend. UniTru provides a convenient way to explore different universities and connect with relatable peers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional college tours often present a polished, potentially biased view of campus life, making it difficult for prospective students to get an authentic understanding of a university. Students may struggle to obtain candid insights into aspects like social dynamics, safety, and academic opportunities, hindering their ability to make well-informed decisions about college applications and attendance.
Solution
UniTru connects prospective college students with current students for unfiltered, one-on-one virtual tours and conversations. The platform allows prospective students to ask specific questions about campus life, academics, and the overall student experience, receiving honest answers directly from peers. By offering access to a network of student guides across various universities, UniTru provides diverse perspectives and personalized insights, helping students assess whether a particular college aligns with their individual needs and preferences. This direct interaction bypasses the curated narratives often presented by official university channels, empowering students to make more confident and informed choices.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes high school students and their families who are in the process of researching and selecting colleges, as well as current college students seeking opportunities to earn income by sharing their experiences.
Features
- Directory of student tour guides from a wide range of universities, searchable by school, major, and background.
- Option to book 30-minute one-on-one virtual conversations with current students.
- Filtered search to find universities based on region, campus setting (urban, suburban, rural), size, type (public, private), tuition cost, campus vibe, and athletic division.
- Personalized dashboard for managing scheduled tours, saved universities, and favorite guides.
- Student guides earn compensation for providing tours and answering questions.