SAN DIEGO, Nov. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the Attorney
General of California filed a
lawsuit against Ashford University and
Bridgepoint Education in California State Superior Court.
Bridgepoint issued the statement below in response to the lawsuit
and its allegations.
Bridgepoint's institutions serve
as a model for how online education can better the lives of people
who did not, or who were unable to, pursue more traditional avenues
to degrees. Thousands upon thousands of our current students and
graduates can attest to the educational value provided by our
undergraduate and graduate programs that have bettered their lives.
We are extraordinarily proud of our well-deserved and hard-earned
reputation for improving the lives of thousands of students by
providing a high-quality education that serves communities and
gives families the opportunity to succeed.
We intend to vigorously defend
this case. We look forward to sharing the facts and success stories
of our students and our school, because we're proud of our work and
confident that we'll be vindicated.
About Bridgepoint Education
Bridgepoint Education,
Inc. (NYSE:BPI) harnesses the latest technology to reimagine the
modern student experience. Bridgepoint owns two academic
institutions – Ashford University and
University of the Rockies. Together, these programs, technologies,
and resources represent a unique model for advancing education in
the 21st century. Bridgepoint stands for greater access, social
learning, and exposure to leading minds. For more information,
visit www.bridgepointeducation.com,
www.facebook.com/BridgepointEducation, or call Lauren Coartney at 858.513.9240 x11636.
Contact: Lauren Coartney
858.513.9240 x11636 · lauren.coartney@bpiedu.com
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