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GCU announces it will appeal $37 million fine 

Jakob Thorington Arizona Capitol Times//November 16, 2023//

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GCU announces it will appeal $37 million fine 

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Grand Canyon University officials announced on Nov. 16, 2023, the university is appealing a $37.7 federal fine levied against it for misrepresented tuition costs. The U.S. Department of Education issued the fine on Oct. 31 after investigators concluded the university falsely advertised a lower cost than what 98% of students ended up paying to complete certain doctoral programs. Officials at GCU call the fine “unprecedented” and “unjust." (Photo courtesy of Grand Canyon University via Facebook)

GCU announces it will appeal $37 million fine 

Jakob Thorington Arizona Capitol Times//November 16, 2023//

Grand Canyon University officials announced Thursday the university is appealing a $37.7 federal fine levied against it for misrepresented tuition costs.    The U.S. Department of Education issued the fine on...

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