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American Public University, a Trailblazer in Online Education, Now Transforming into a Global Digital University; Unveils a New Visual Identity as First Step of Its Next Chapter

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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We want to prepare our students with career-relevant skills in a truly 21st century manner."

Key Points: 
  • We want to prepare our students with career-relevant skills in a truly 21st century manner."
  • "We are looking to provide a more engaging learning experience that leverages emerging technologies to foster connections and a deeper sense of community and continues to be asynchronous in nature, but human by design," Mr. Fernandes added.
  • APUS is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI).
  • 1American Public University System ranked in the Top 11% for return on educational investment, compared to 4,500 colleges and universities in the United States, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce report .

University of Phoenix Collaborates With Military Police Regimental Association to Provide Full-Tuition Scholarship

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Together with the Military Police Regimental Association (MPRA), the University of Phoenix is offering one full-tuition scholarship for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for standard MPRA members or immediate family members of a standard MPRA member.

Key Points: 
  • Together with the Military Police Regimental Association (MPRA), the University of Phoenix is offering one full-tuition scholarship for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for standard MPRA members or immediate family members of a standard MPRA member.
  • Military members and families may encounter challenges of time, commitments, and circumstance to reaching their academic and career goals.
  • The University of Phoenix Military Police Regimental Association Scholarship is intended to recognize military service commitment and provide an opportunity to further education goals for military police members and families.
  • “University of Phoenix is pleased to continue honoring the service of military police and their families through this scholarship opportunity,” stated Eric Ryan, Marine Corps veteran and senior director of Military Operations at University of Phoenix.

Stride, Inc. and American Public University System Partner to Give Students Better Access to Affordable Higher Education

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Stride, Inc. is partnering with the American Public University System (APUS), a higher education institution that provides affordable, high-quality, workforce-relevant, online education, to offer all Stride graduates a 10% tuition grant, bringing the cost to just $315 per credit hour for undergraduates.

Key Points: 
  • Stride, Inc. is partnering with the American Public University System (APUS), a higher education institution that provides affordable, high-quality, workforce-relevant, online education, to offer all Stride graduates a 10% tuition grant, bringing the cost to just $315 per credit hour for undergraduates.
  • We believe that everyone deserves access to quality higher education.
  • Additionally, Stride students can find help towards their college or career plans by visiting the Stride Career Services Center or the College Prep Center .
  • For information on Stride, Inc. the leading provider of online and blended education programs, please visit k12.com.

Apprenticeship Programs to Forge New Paths in UAE Education Sector

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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ABU DHABI, UAE, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As global education trends evolve, there's a noticeable shift towards a more integrated approach, blending academic learning with practical, real-world experience. This trend, reflecting a universal move towards innovation, sees educational systems worldwide, including the UAE, adapting to the changing demands of the Job Market. According to European commission, Apprentices find jobs faster, retain them longer, and are better paid than other students. Here in the Middle East, as the UAE propels forward, it embraces innovative strategies to equip its youth with the skills necessary for tomorrow's challenges, ensuring that the nation remains at the forefront of educational excellence and economic advancement, ready to meet the demands of an ever-evolving global marketplace.

Key Points: 
  • This trend, reflecting a universal move towards innovation, sees educational systems worldwide, including the UAE, adapting to the changing demands of the Job Market.
  • According to European commission, Apprentices find jobs faster, retain them longer, and are better paid than other students .
  • The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), UAE's largest Federal Higher Education Institute, through its applied educational model transformation aptly named "Shaping the Future" is adopting apprenticeship-based programs to enhance its educational offerings.
  • The first 4-month apprenticeship period commenced in September 2023, with students registered to undertake the hands-on training as part of their education requirement.

Apprenticeship Programs to Forge New Paths in UAE Education Sector

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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ABU DHABI, UAE, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As global education trends evolve, there's a noticeable shift towards a more integrated approach, blending academic learning with practical, real-world experience. This trend, reflecting a universal move towards innovation, sees educational systems worldwide, including the UAE, adapting to the changing demands of the Job Market. According to European commission, Apprentices find jobs faster, retain them longer, and are better paid than other students. Here in the Middle East, as the UAE propels forward, it embraces innovative strategies to equip its youth with the skills necessary for tomorrow's challenges, ensuring that the nation remains at the forefront of educational excellence and economic advancement, ready to meet the demands of an ever-evolving global marketplace.

Key Points: 
  • This trend, reflecting a universal move towards innovation, sees educational systems worldwide, including the UAE, adapting to the changing demands of the Job Market.
  • According to European commission, Apprentices find jobs faster, retain them longer, and are better paid than other students .
  • The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), UAE's largest Federal Higher Education Institute, through its applied educational model transformation aptly named "Shaping the Future" is adopting apprenticeship-based programs to enhance its educational offerings.
  • The first 4-month apprenticeship period commenced in September 2023, with students registered to undertake the hands-on training as part of their education requirement.

ARIZONA VA AGENCY FINDS NO WRONGDOING IN AUDIT OF GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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PHOENIX, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has closed its most recent risk-based audit of Grand Canyon University with no findings.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has closed its most recent risk-based audit of Grand Canyon University with no findings.
  • In a letter to GCU dated Feb. 21, the Arizona SAA stated it "did not have any substantiated findings based on our review of Grand Canyon University."
  • Further, the SAA stated, "There are no findings impacting the continued approval of Grand Canyon University at this time."
  • The SAA site visit also included reviews of specific areas relating to finances, enrollment, recruiting, student outcomes and other success measures.

EpicQuest Education's Davis College Receives HLC Approval for Two New STEM Programs Expected to Lead to a Substantial Revenue Increase from India and China

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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MIDDLETOWN, Ohio, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EpicQuest Education Group International Limited (NASDAQ: EEIQ), ("EpicQuest Education", "EEIQ" or the "Company"), a provider of higher education for domestic and international students in the US, Canada and the UK, today announced that on February 23, 2024, Davis University received approval from the Higher Learning Commission ("HLC") to offer two STEM degree programs, an Associate of Applied Science in Data Science and an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Engineering. These two programs are expected to lead to a substantial increase in revenue from tuition and service fees for this fiscal year. The Company expects the number of students recruited from China will be at least doubled, and students from India will constitute a significant revenue stream for the Company.  

Key Points: 
  • These two programs are expected to lead to a substantial increase in revenue from tuition and service fees for this fiscal year.
  • The Company expects the number of students recruited from China will be at least doubled, and students from India will constitute a significant revenue stream for the Company.
  • EpicQuest Education plans to target recruiting from India as the US remains the top choice for Indian students pursuing higher education abroad.
  • Previously, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) approved Davis University in September 2023 for all of its education courses and programs that are offered online.

The College for Financial Planning®—a Kaplan Company Releases 2024 Survey of Financial Planning Professionals’ Views on Issues Ranging from Job Satisfaction to DEI to AI

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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The College for Financial Planning—a Kaplan Company has released its 2024 Survey of Trends , which explores the diverse experiences, interests, and viewpoints of professionals in the financial services industry*.

Key Points: 
  • The College for Financial Planning—a Kaplan Company has released its 2024 Survey of Trends , which explores the diverse experiences, interests, and viewpoints of professionals in the financial services industry*.
  • Those who believe the industry is doing too little say it is mainly because they still see a lack of representation within the industry.
  • "The College for Financial Planning is committed to providing professionals with the most up-to-date insights and knowledge and supporting their career growth at every stage.
  • From June through August 2023, 951 respondents completed the survey, although not all of them answered every question.

International Education Corp. Resolves all Issues with U.S. Department of Education

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Education Corporation (IEC), one of America's leading providers of career and technical education for over 40 years, today announced that the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) has recertified UEI College and United Education Institute to continue receiving Title IV funds for the next three years as part of a comprehensive resolution that ends a dispute over federal funding.

Key Points: 
  • IEC participates in the Higher Education Act's Title IV student lending program, which allows eligible students of all backgrounds and experience levels who qualify for access to federal financial aid.
  • The USDOE alleged in 2023 that IEC's Florida Career College violated federal rules to qualify students for enrollment and financial aid.
  • We have been a beacon of hope for students who have felt left behind by traditional higher education.
  • We look forward to providing quality education and career training for many more years in the future."

Adtalem Global Education Counters Safkhet Capital Report

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Adtalem Global Education, Inc. (NYSE: ATGE) responds to claims in a report released on January 30 from Safkhet Capital.

Key Points: 
  • Adtalem Global Education, Inc. (NYSE: ATGE) responds to claims in a report released on January 30 from Safkhet Capital.
  • Safkhet Capital Assertion: Adtalem should impair its $1.48 billion acquisition of Walden.
  • Safkhet Capital Assertion: Graduation rates and attrition rates across all Adtalem schools are trailing far behind national averages.
  • Safkhet Capital Assertion: We believe the gainful employment rule will likely result in the closure of numerous Adtalem degree programs.