MPOWER Financing named to TIME’s list of America’s Top EdTech Companies for 2026
Recognition underscores MPOWER’s commitment to breaking financial barriers for global students
[Washington D.C. – May 12, 2026] MPOWER Financing, a mission-driven fintech platform dedicated to empowering international students, today announced it has been recognized as one of America’s Top EdTech Companies for 2026 by TIME and Statista.
The prestigious ranking from TIME, compiled in partnership with data provider Statista, evaluated thousands of companies based on overall industry impact. MPOWER was selected for its innovative approach to lending, enabling thousands of students from over 190 countries to pursue higher education in the U.S. and Canada.
“We are deeply honored to be recognized by TIME as one of America’s Top EdTech Companies for 2026,” said Manu Smadja, co-founder and CEO of MPOWER Financing. “This accolade is a testament to our team’s dedication to making global education accessible. Our focus remains on removing financial obstacles for the world’s brightest students and continuing to shape the future of global student finance.”
MPOWER’s focus on non-traditional lending criteria, evaluating a student’s academic success and career potential rather than just collateral or cosigners is what sets it apart in the global student finance sector. The company has financed more than 25,000 students, enabling over $1 billion in tuition flows.
Read the complete list of “America’s Top EdTech Companies for 2026,” published by TIME April 2026.
About MPOWER Financing
MPOWER Financing, headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a mission-driven fintech company and the leading provider of global education loans. Its proprietary algorithm leverages both historical and forward-looking data to finance high-potential international students without requiring collateral or a cosigner. MPOWER is dedicated to “borderless loans for borderless minds.”
Media contact:
Bryanna Davis
Director of Content Strategy & University Relations
Bryanna.davis@mpowerfinancing.com
