For-Profit Colleges Accused of Fraud

August 26, 2018

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In 2015, the Defense Department temporarily stopped GI Bill funding. The school then agreed to end the practice. But Carrie Wofford, president of Veterans Education Success, says that it’s still a problem.

“We continue to receive compla

ints from veterans that University of Phoenix recruiters lied to them about key elements of the college, including the true cost, the number of credits needed to graduate, whether the credits would be recognized by other colleges and their job prospects,” Wofford said.

Schools’ Responses

Most schools did not respond for comment. Ashford University, however, said that students’ claims are false. They also said that investigators have not found fault with their current practices.

Trends

With the job market improving, fewer students are attending college. The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center reports a drop by about 7 percent. Those who do attend college are looking for cheaper schools. Western Governors University is one example of a growing program. It is a nonprofit university that offers online classes. Tuition starts at $6,500 per year.