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Why did the Art Institute of Philadelphia close?
“This decision was made for a number of reasons, including a shift in the demand for online programs in higher education and in student populations at the campuses, which have resulted in declining, unsustainable enrollment levels for campus-based programs in these markets,” Anne Dean, a spokesperson for Dream Center.
Can I sue the Art Institute?
Your Right to Sue Depending of the details of your current situation, you might have grounds to participate in a class action lawsuit. Former students could team-up and file a class action lawsuit on the grounds of the sudden closure of the institution, for example.
How do I get my Art Institute loan forgiveness?
Two main ways of getting forgiveness. Taking advantage of the lawsuit, there are two main ways for you to apply for Art institute student loan discharge. The first way is through the Borrower’s Defense Against Repayment Program. The second way is the Closed School Student Loan Discharge Program.
Where can I get my art institutes transcript?
If you are a former student of a closed Art Institutes location owned and operated by Dream Center Education Holdings (DCEH), information on your transcript request and diploma process can be found HERE. Graduates, current students, and prior students of The Art Institutes may request an official transcript.
How to request a closed school transcript in PA?
Go to ( www.artinstitutes.edu/closed-school-information-page ), scroll down and select “Click here to request a transcript” to open an online order form. Please be aware that the process may take up to 3-4 weeks.
When did the art institutes go into receivership?
On January 17, 2019, the above eight Art Institutes locations separated from their parent company, DCEH, and became part of EPF. On January 18, 2019, DCEH (owner of all closed Art Institutes locations) went into federal receivership and is now permanently closed.