Department of Education Crackdown on Grand Canyon University

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The Department of Education is cracking down on Grand Canyon University, the largest Christian university in the U.S., over allegations of misleading students about the cost of its doctoral programs. GCU is pushing back, claiming bias and demanding a retraction of statements made by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona.

Key Points

  • GCU facing a $37.7 million fine for allegedly misleading students about program costs
  • Department of Education accused of bias and unfair targeting by GCU officials
  • Ongoing legal battles and appeals between GCU and the Department of Education

Pros

  • Increased oversight of for-profit colleges
  • Crackdown on institutions misleading students

Cons

  • Allegations of bias and targeting against GCU
  • Legal and factual disputes between GCU and the Department of Education