LANDOVER, Md., Jan. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU), a leading provider of cloud-based software-as-a-service solutions for leading nonprofit colleges and universities to deliver online degree programs, today announced that CEO and Co-Founder Chip Paucek will speak at the 17(th) Annual Needham Growth Conference at 11:20 a.m. ET on Thursday, January 15, 2015, at the New York Palace Hotel in New York City.

A live webcast of the presentation will be available at investor.2u.com. A replay of the webcast also will be available for 90 days following the live presentation.

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)
2U Inc. partners with leading colleges and universities to deliver the world's best online degree programs so students everywhere can reach their full potential. Our cloud-based software-as-a-service platform provides schools with the comprehensive operating infrastructure they need to attract, enroll, educate, support and graduate students globally. Blending live face-to-face classes, dynamic course content and real-world learning experiences, 2U's No Back Row(TM) approach ensures that every qualified student can experience the highest quality university education for the most successful outcome. Learn more at 2U.com.

Media Contact:
Doug Gunster
dgunster@2u.com
301-892-4557

Investor Relations Contact:
Alex Makler
amakler@2u.com
301-892-4543

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