Annual report for fiscal year 2019

Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission
Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2019 Submitted to Governor Brian P. Kemp
House and Senate Higher Education Committees House and Senate Education Committees
Kirk Shook, Executive Director
Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission 2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 220 Tucker, Georgia 30084 www.gnpec.georgia.gov Published April 2020

Table of Contents Commission at a Glance............................................................................................................................................................................................3 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................4 Board of Commissioners...........................................................................................................................................................................................5 Tuition Guaranty Trust Fund Board of Trustees.................................................................................................................................................7 Commission Meetings ................................................................................................................................................................................................8 Comments from the Executive Director ..............................................................................................................................................................9 Organization .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10 Organizational Structure ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 11 Commission Leadership and Staff......................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Activities ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Appropriations and Revenue Collections........................................................................................................................................................... 16 Postsecondary Institutions Exempted from Authorization ............................................................................................................................ 17 Summary of Activities.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Site Visit Reports ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Closed Institutions ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Student Records Surrendered............................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Adverse Actions ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Legislative Summary ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32 Financial Viability Assessments .............................................................................................................................................................................. 33 Tuition Guaranty Trust Fund Activities .............................................................................................................................................................. 35 Accomplishments ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36 Exhibit A: Exempt Institutions ............................................................................................................................................................................... 37 Exhibit B: Degree-Granting Nonpublic Postsecondary Institutions ............................................................................................................. 38 Exhibit C: Nondegree-Granting Nonpublic Postsecondary Institutions ..................................................................................................... 43 Exhibit D: GA-SARA Member Institutions......................................................................................................................................................... 48 Exhibit E: Religious Exempt Institutions.............................................................................................................................................................. 51
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Commission at a Glance for FY 19

Established Governance Website

1990 Title 20, Chapter 3, Article 7, Part 1A www.gnpec.georgia.gov

Total Authorized Institutions

291

(Figures as of June 2019)

Degree-Granting

142

Nondegree-Granting

149

Accredited

167

Non-accredited

124

On-ground in Georgia

232

Online Presence in Georgia

59

Number of Students Served

187,466

Tuition and Fees Collected
(From students enrolled at authorized institutions)

$876,734,189

Total Exempt Institutions

250+

Total GA-SARA Institutions

74

Out-of-State Students Attending GA-SARA Institutions

50,639

(2017-2018 academic year)

In-State Students Attending NC-SARA (non-Georgia) Institutions 65,365

(2017-2018 academic year)

Total Transcript Requests

714

Institution On-Site Visits Conducted

248

Total Full-Time Employees

10

Total Contracted Employees

4

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Introduction
The Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (NPEC/the Commission) was established by the passage of the Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990 by the Georgia General Assembly. The agency staff began operations on April 10, 1991, and the first Board of Commissioners were appointed by the Governor in 1992. Prior to the creation of NPEC, the Georgia Department of Education was responsible for regulating non-degree granting institutions (under the Proprietary School Act) and degree granting institutions (under the Postsecondary Educational Authorization Act). The Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990 repealed these earlier statutes and consolidated regulatory authority within the Commission. As of 2015, NPEC is the agency that houses the Georgia Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (GASARA). This program is part of a national interstate compact that allows public and private colleges and universities the ability to offer online programming to students across the country without incurring additional authorization fees in other states. The NPEC office is in Tucker in the Georgia Student Finance Commission building. The Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission is attached to the Georgia Student Finance Commission for administrative purposes only.
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Board of Commissioners
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.4, the Board of Commissioners is comprised of eleven (11) members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. The members are appointed for three-year terms of office and may serve two terms consecutively. The 1990 Act specifies the Commission must include a member appointed to represent each of the following: a degree-granting institution, a nondegree-granting institution, and an exempt institution. The Commission is required to meet at least quarterly or at the call of the chair. During Fiscal Year 2019, the Commission met eight (8) times.
Holly C. Kirbo, Chair Kirbo is an attorney. She previously worked as associate general counsel for Flowers Foods. Kirbo is a published author and a member of the State Bar of Georgia. She is also a member of the committee overseeing her local YMCA gymnastics team. Kirbo earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a law degree from the University of Georgia. She and her husband, Cliff, have three children and reside in Moultrie.
Mollie Cohen, Vice Chair Cohen is a founding partner of Pecan Ridge Plantation, where she serves as the director of marketing and sales. She also has more than 10 years of experience as an educator. Cohen is a graduate of Leadership Georgia and previously served as a program chair. She is a member of the Grady County Historical Society, the Grady County Archway and the Whigham Volunteer Council. Cohen is a Grady County 4-H adult leader and volunteers with Brookwood School, South Georgia Ballet and Tired Creek Church. Cohen earned a bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Georgia. She and her husband, Eric, have two children and live in Whigham.
Karen Gilbert, Secretary Gilbert is the associate vice president for human resources at Agnes Scott College. She has more than 35 years of experience in human resources as a human resources generalist and as an employment director in the retail and technology industries. Gilbert was previously the chapter secretary of the Georgia College and University Professional Association for Human Resources. She is a member of the National College and University Professional Association for Human Resources and the Society for Human Resources Management. Gilbert earned a bachelor's degree from Auburn University and holds a senior professional in Human Resources designation and a certified professional designation from the Society for Human Resources Managers. Gilbert has two children and resides in Jonesboro.
Dr. Arthur D. Vaughn Vaughn is an associate vice president for business and finance at Morehouse College. He sits on the board for the March of Dimes of Atlanta and North Central Georgia. Vaughn also sits on the Northwest Atlanta advisory board for BB&T. He earned a bachelor's degree in Economics from Syracuse University, a master's degree in Public Administration from Clark Atlanta University, a master's degree in Accounting from Southern Polytechnic State University and a doctoral degree in Higher Education Management from the Institute of Higher Education at the University of Georgia. Vaughn and his wife, Octavia, have three children and reside in Marietta.
Victoria Agyekum, Representing a Nondegree-Granting/Certificate Institution Agyekum is a co-founder of Dominion Health Care Solutions, a proprietary school that provides training in nurses' aide, patient care and phlebotomy. She was previously the director of the nursing program at
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Savannah Technical College. Agyekum earned a master's degree in Nursing from the Medical College of Georgia. She has three children and four grandchildren. Agyekum resides in Savannah.
Robert Lee Todd IV Todd is a general practice attorney in Greenville. He has more than 25 years of experience as local counsel to the Meriwether County School District. Todd is a member of the Meriwether County Department of Public Safety and a former adjunct instructor of Business Law at LaGrange College. He previously served as a station chief for the Meriwether County Volunteer Fire Department and as the chief of the City of Greenville Volunteer Fire Department. Todd earned a bachelor's degree from Emory University and a law degree from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. He and his wife, Martha Ann, have two children and two grandchildren. They live in Greenville.
Amanda B. Shailendra Shailendra is the local partner manager for Google Fiber in Atlanta. She previously worked in economic development for the City of Atlanta and the State of Georgia, where she supported projects for Mercedes-Benz, KIA Motors, athenahealth and AT&T Mobility. Shailendra sits on the board of directors for the Georgia Department of Economic Development and Dad's Garage Theatre Company. She is also a member of the honorary board for the Atlanta Ballet. Shailendra earned a bachelor's degree from Wake Forest University and a master's degree from Georgia Tech. She and her husband, Paul, have two children and reside in Atlanta.
Toby R. Hinton, Representing a Degree-Granting Institution Hinton is the vice president of financial services at Brenau University. He is a member of the National Association of College and University Business Officers and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Hinton earned a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business Administration from Presbyterian College. He is licensed as a certified public accountant. Hinton and his wife, Suzanne, have two children and live in Suwanee.
Ryan Blythe Blythe is the founder of the Georgia Trade School. He was previously a member of the Go Build Georgia Advisory Council and sat on the boards of the Kennesaw Business Association and the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia. Blythe is a graduate of Oglethorpe University. He has one child and lives in Smyrna.
Norma Nunez-Cortes, Representing an Exempt Institution Nunez-Cortes is the Title I Federal Program Director for the Appling County Board of Education. She is a former president and current vice chair of the Baxley-Appling County Chamber of Commerce. NunezCortes is a member of the Heart of Georgia Altamaha Regional Commission, the Appling County Hospital Authority and the Appling County Family Connection Collaborative. She is also a member of the Lions Club International, Kiwanis International, the Appling County Board of Health and Telamon HSEAC. Nunez-Cortes earned a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a master's degree in School Counseling from Georgia Southern University. She also earned a specialist degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Lincoln Memorial University. Nunez-Cortes is a graduate of the Georgia Academy for Economic Development. She and her husband, Juan, have two children and live in Baxley.
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Tuition Guaranty Trust Fund Board of Trustees
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.27(b)(2), the Board of Trustees, who administers the Tuition Guaranty Trust Fund, is comprised of five (5) members of the commission designated by majority vote of the commission, where at least two members, by June 30, 2020, shall represent postsecondary educational institutions. The five members of the commission who are selected serve one-year terms. The commission appoints one of the members as chairman of the Board of Trustees. The executive director serves as executive director and secretary of the Board of Trustees. Three members of the board constitutes a quorum and meets quarterly or at the call of the chairman. During Fiscal Year 2019, the Board of Trustees met four (4) times, prior to each of the Quarterly Commission meetings.
Holly C. Kirbo, Chair Mollie Cohen, Vice Chair Karen Gilbert Toby R. Hinton Arthur D. Vaughn
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Commission Meetings
O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.4(e) requires the Commission to meet at least four (4) times each fiscal year in order to administer its duties. Topics of discussion include:
Commission budget Staff reports Legislation affecting the Commission Adverse actions taken by the Commission Tuition Guaranty Trust Fund updates Rules/Policy changes of the Commission Updates to Minimum Standards Relationships with public postsecondary education institutions Agency initiatives
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Comments from the Executive Director
The Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (NPEC) provides a service to Georgia's citizens by authorizing and regulating the operations of for-profit and not-for-profit private postsecondary institutions. Additionally, it is responsible for oversight of out-of-state public and private institutions that choose to operate in Georgia.
In Fiscal Year 2019, NPEC experienced a change in leadership with the appointment of a new Executive Director on February 1, 2019 by Governor Brian Kemp. This agency is committed to ensuring that each nonpublic postsecondary educational institution in Georgia is satisfying its commitment to hardworking Georgians by offering sound academics and maintaining financial stability. NPEC is accomplishing this by working to improve the business environment in the state by streamlining the authorization process required of postsecondary institutions and reducing the regulatory burdens on institutions. By leveraging technology to reduce costs and administrative processing time of student records, improving consumer experiences in agency interactions through enhanced technology that provides clearer paths for users, and committing one staff member to specialize in handling institutional investigations, student complaints, school closures, and student requests, NPEC is putting Georgians first.
On behalf of the Commission, thank you for your support of our vision to promote excellence, efficiency, and systematic improvement in the regulation of nonpublic postsecondary institutions to ensure quality education for improving the workforce in Georgia and the lives of Georgia's citizens.
Kirk Shook
Executive Director
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Organization
This agency administers the Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990 by providing ongoing assessment and evaluation of private postsecondary institutions operating in the state. Oversight is achieved through review and processing of institutional applications and inspection of in-state physical facilities, investigation of student complaints, and facilitation of institutional closures and the resulting surrendered student records. Additionally, staff regularly propose new or revised policies and procedures in the aim of enhancing Commission operation and effectiveness, reducing regulatory burdens on institutions while balancing student interests, and consumer advocacy.
Mission
The agency's mission is to ensure that each authorized nonpublic postsecondary educational institution in Georgia is satisfying its commitments to hardworking Georgians through sound academics and financial stability.
Vision
The vision of the agency is to promote excellence, efficiency, and systematic improvement in the regulation of nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions to ensure quality education for improving the workforce in Georgia and the lives of Georgia's citizens.
Core Values
The agency provides the critical consumer protection functions of assuring prospective and enrolled students that the institutions regulated meet minimum standards and assuring prospective employers that graduates have acquired appropriate job skills while balancing the regulatory burdens that Georgia institutions face to provide educational programming to students.
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Organizational Structure
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Commission Leadership and Staff

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Kirk Shook

(February 1, 2019 present)

Professional Staff

Deputy Director

Laura Vieth, EdD

Program Manager/GA-SARA Coordinator

Pat Neri

Program Manager

Adam Hawk

Senior Regulatory Specialist

Magda Rivers

Regulatory Specialist

Michael Kaiser

Regulatory Specialist

Kimberly Searcy

Regulatory Specialist

Chad Woodard

Regulatory Specialist (FT Contractor)

Tara Gill

Regulatory Specialist (FT Contractor)

James Cheek (hired June 15, 2019)

Regulatory Specialist (PT Contractor)

Ben Sealy, EdD (retired June 30, 2019)

Regulatory Specialist (PT Contractor)

Greg Ward

External Auditor (PT Contractor)

Phil Embry

Administrative Staff

Administrative Supervisor/ Office Manager

Shirlene Mitchell

Administrative Assistant

Carter Camann

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Activities
Regulatory Compliance
O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.8 requires each nonpublic postsecondary educational institution desiring to operate or conduct postsecondary activities in Georgia to file an application for authorization. To ensure application of the law governing this agency and its associated institutions, regulatory compliance is central to NPEC operations. This is achieved through the authorization process, which includes application review and critique, curriculum evaluation, complaint mediation, and, for in-state institutions, annual campus visits. Curriculum evaluation occurs when an institution proposes a new or modified program. This process may require the formation of a committee, made up of an expert or team of experts who specialize in the field of instruction of the proposed program, who will offer a recommendation to NPEC as to its quality. All compliance activities are reviewed by multiple NPEC professional staff persons for accuracy, consistency, and adequacy and then are recorded electronically in a customized agency database. This permits easy and secure access to all relevant institutional documentation associated with NPEC oversight. Authorization differs from accreditation in that accreditation is a voluntary process in which educational institutions of higher learning are evaluated by a peer review board whose members include faculty from various accredited colleges and universities. Whereas NPEC is the state's arm in regulating postsecondary education, recognized accreditors are granted authority by the United States Department of Education to accredit institutions, which will in turn qualify to receive federal financial aid.
Additionally, certain institutions are exempted from seeking authorization; alternatively, those institutions seek a Notice of Exemption, the details about which are expanded upon in the section titled Postsecondary Institutions Exempted from Authorization.
Academic Record Keeping
NPEC requires that authorized institutions maintain student academic records in a prescribed format. This not only allows for consistent student access but also supports the transfer of student records to the agency with a minimum of difficulty in the event the institution closes. O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.17 mandates such transfer to the state/NPEC, and institutions are required to provide a signed Record Agreement annually as part of the Renewal of Authorization Application. In addition to stipulations associated with closure, this document also provides requirements for ongoing record maintenance while the institution is in operation. With regards to academic records of closed institutions previously authorized by NPEC, the Commission is responsible for fielding transcript requests from students and/or approved representatives. While inquiries are made through an electronic form available on the NPEC website, over 187,000 student records from closed institutions are stored at the State Records Center. One NPEC staff member is assigned the responsibility of processing transcript requests, which number in the hundreds annually.
FY19 Transcript Requests 714
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Institutional Closures
In Fiscal Year 2019, twenty-four (24) NPEC authorized institutions closed. During closings, NPEC staff typically work with the institution's representatives, students, and other institutions to provide students with the opportunity to complete their programs of study either at the closing institution or at another institution. Student academic records were sought upon receipt of notification of each closure. To provide student access, records were then either transferred to the State Records Center or to other active campuses of the closed institution.

Student Complaints
To provide consumer protection, O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.5(c)(5) & 20-3-250.3(a)(7), (10), (11), (14) provides NPEC with the lawful responsibility to investigate complaints filed against institutions. NPEC requires that complaint policies of authorized institutions include a student's right to appeal an institution's final determination with NPEC. Complaints are submitted electronically on the NPEC website, and a full investigation is completed by the NPEC staff person responsible for the compliance review of the institution. This process involves consultation with appropriate institution officials upon receipt of a complaint and visitation to institutions, as needed. NPEC regards the prompt resolution of complaints from students as a high priority of the agency. In addition to formal complaints, NPEC responds to all inquiries and concerns made by students regarding the institution at which they are enrolled. In Fiscal Year 2019, NPEC investigated twenty-four (24) student complaints.

Type of Complaint
School Resolved Resolved by NPEC in Support of Student Resolved by NPEC in Support of Institution Pending NPEC Has No Oversight Student Withdrew Complaint Total

Number of Complaints
9 1 2 2 5 5 24

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SARA State Portal Entity
The State of Georgia became a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) in October 2015. As the state coordinating "portal" agency, NPEC assures that institutions which are SARA-approved in their own states follow NC-SARA policy in providing on-line programming to residents of Georgia. NPEC reviews applications from Georgia institutions wanting to become SARA-approved by the state so that those institutions may offer online programming to residents of other states. NPEC also serves as the agent for complaints filed relative to Georgia-SARA approved institutions and facilitates the resolution of complaints filed by Georgia residents relative to out-of-state institutions.
During Fiscal Year 2019, a total of seventy-four (74) Georgia institutions were SARA-approved through NPEC action and became institutional members of NC-SARA. Of these, twenty-six (26) were University System of Georgia institutions, twenty-two (22) were Technical College System of Georgia institutions, and twenty-six (26) were Georgia nonpublic degree granting accredited institutions.
The most recent data available (2017-2018 school year) shows that 65,365 in-state students took online courses at an institution participating in SARA and an additional 50,639 out-of-state students took online courses at a Georgia institution participating in SARA.
In FY19, Georgia institutions participating in GA-SARA paid the lowest fees at all full-time equivalent (FTE) student counts of any state in the immediate states that border Georgia. Additionally, the National Center for Higher Education Management Systems conducted a return-on-investment study that estimated that colleges and universities in Georgia saved $7.7 million for initial authorization and save $2.2 million annually on renewals. By contrast, in FY19, the seventy-four (74) Georgia institutions participating in GA-SARA paid a combined $289,000 in fees to participate--$98,000 to GA-SARA and $191,000 to NC-SARA.
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Appropriations and Revenue Collections
NPEC is a revenue generating agency primarily resulting from fee collections required as part of institutional applications for annual authorization, which are based on tuition received by an institution during its most recently completed fiscal year or, in the case of initial authorizations, projections for the first year of authorization. In addition, other fees are based on specific services performed by NPEC such as approval of a change of ownership, evaluation of proposed new programs and updates to administrative records. Fees are also collected for transcript requests, as part of applications for exemption, as well as for financial viability assessments. Revenue collections for Fiscal Year 2019 were $1,289,271. NPEC's state appropriation for its Fiscal Year 2019 annual operating budget was $996,250. No federal funds are received.
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Postsecondary Institutions Exempted from Authorization
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3, certain postsecondary educational institutions are not subject to the Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990; therefore, they are excluded from NPEC authorization (i.e., "exempt").
Under O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(4), all state operated higher education institutions are exempt from NPEC authorization as are the thirty-six (36) independent private colleges and universities [O.C.G.A. 20-3250.3(a)(10), (11), (13) and (14)].
Under O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(4), institutions that are regulated by other state agencies are exempt from authorization, such as those regulated by licensing boards under the Georgia Secretary of State or Board of Nursing. These include cosmetology, nursing, barbering, truck driving, and real estate institutions.
Under O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(6), seventy-four (74) religious institutions are exempt from NPEC authorization. Annually, each religious institution must demonstrate to NPEC that the institution grants only religious degrees and/or certificates; does not receive federal or state funds; and does not accept students using federal or state loans to attend.
Additionally, as set forth by O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a), NPEC exempts numerous "other" institutions that meet the exemption criteria that include education solely avocational or recreational in nature, flight training schools approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, test and tax preparation, institutions on military installments solely for the education of military personnel and their dependents, and education sponsored by a trade, business, or fraternal organization solely for that organization's membership.
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SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES
The Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (NPEC) authorizes new institutions and processes renewal authorizations annually. This chart depicts other key functions delivered by NPEC such as providing transcripts to students of closed institutions, investigating student complaints and facilitating institutional closures.

ACTIVITY Newly Authorized Institutions Student Transcript Requests Student Complaint Investigations
Institutional Closures

FY 2014 32 832 35 20

FY 2015 24 601 56 43

FY 2016 21 827 33 26

FY 2017 23 689 38 23

FY 2018 34 531 13 23

FY 2019 33 714 24 24

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Institutions Authorized in Georgia
This chart depicts the total number of degree-granting and non-degree granting (certificategranting) institutions that were authorized in Georgia.

Authorized Institutions
350

300

250

159

200

154

139

158

147

149

150

100

163

156

152

128

144

142

50

0 FY 2014

FY 2015

FY 2016

FY 2017

FY 2018

FY 2019

Degree Granting Institutions

Non-Degree Granting Institutions

AUTHORIZED INSTITUTIONS Degree Granting Institutions*
Non-degree Granting Institutions^ Total

FY 2014 FY 2015 FY 2016 FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019

163

156

152

128

144

142

159

154

139

158

147

149

322

310

291

286

291

291

*Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.5(c)(3), a complete list of degree granting institutions can be found in Exhibit B on page 38 of this Annual Report

^ Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.5(c)(3), a complete list of non-degree granting institutions can be found in Exhibit C on page 43 of this Annual Report

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Site Visit Reports

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.8(c), NPEC is responsible for in-state "on-site inspections of the physical facility in which the institution will be operating.". In accordance with O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.8(g), such on-site inspections are also required for Renewal of Authorization applications. Additionally, NPEC completes other visits as deemed necessary by staff for purposes of ensuring compliance with the Minimum Standards.

Name
ABC Bartending School Accession Distribution Training and Staffing Action Bartending School & Hospitality/Norcross Altierus Career College/Norcross America Evangelical University/Atlanta American InterContinental University/Atlanta Argosy University/Atlanta Argosy University/Atlanta 1 AS4U Career Center, LLC Ashona Medical Institute Assist to Succeed - Lake Oconee Assist to Succeed- Savannah Assisting 101- Georgia School of Dental Staffing ATG Learning Athens College of Ministry Atlanta Academy of Dental Assisting Atlanta Career Institute Atlanta Dental Assistant School (Buckhead) Atlanta Dental Assistant School/Marietta Atlanta Dog Trainers School for Professional Dog Trainers Atlanta General Education Center Atlanta Institute of Music and Media

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Closed Closed Authorized Authorized Authorized Applied Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Riverdale, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Initial

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Other

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Cartersville, GA

Renewal

Conyers, GA

Renewal

Greensboro, GA

Initial

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Athens, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Alpharetta, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

1 Transfer Fair
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Name
Atlanta National Hypnotherapy Institute Atlanta School of Massage Atlanta University of Health Sciences Augusta Dental Assistant School Augusta School of Massage, Inc. Aviation Institute of Maintenance Belhaven University Belhaven University/ Dalton Bread for Life, Inc. Breath of Life Training LLC Bridge Institute Brown College of Court Reporting Buckhead School of Medicine Buckhead School of Medicine 2 C.C.B. School of Atlanta Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology Careers in Dentistry Casey & Son Horseshoeing School CED Solutions, LLC Central Michigan University/Atlanta Central Texas College/Fort Benning Central Texas College/Fort Stewart CET Institute Chamberlain University/Atlanta CNU Medical Institute Cobb Medical Institute Cohutta Healing Arts Institute, Inc COIN Education Services Center Columbia College/Fort Stewart Columbia College/Hunter AAF
2 Programmatic

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Applied Applied Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Applied Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Evans, GA

Renewal

Evans, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Dalton, GA

Renewal

Athens, GA

Renewal

Martinez, GA

Renewal

Lilburn, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Initial

Atlanta, GA

Other

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Martinez, GA

Renewal

LaFayette, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Mount Pleasant, MI

Renewal

Fort Stewart, GA

Initial

Warner Robins, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Mableton, GA

Renewal

Ellijay, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Fort Stewart, GA

Renewal

Hunter AAF, GA

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Name
Columbia College/NSB Kings Bay Complete Game Broadcasting Connecticut School of Broadcasting CPR with Mickey, Inc. Crane Safety Associates of America, Inc. Creative Circus, The Cumberland Medical Institute Dalton Dental Assistant School Dental Assistant School of Atlanta Dental Assisting School of Georgia, LLC Dental Assisting School of Georgia, LLC3 Dental Careers Institute, Inc. Dental Staff School, Inc. DeVry University/Alpharetta DeVry University/Cobb Galleria DeVry University/Decatur DeVry University/Duluth DeVry University/Henry County DigitalCrafts Dignity Place Dominion Health Care Solutions Dove Technology Dover Training Institute Education & Career Resources of Georgia Elite Lineman Training Institute, Inc Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/ Hunter AAB Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Atlanta Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Columbus Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Moody AFB Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Robins AFB

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Applied Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

NSB Kings Bay, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Dallas, GA

Renewal

McDonough, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Dalton, GA

Renewal

Kennesaw, GA

Renewal

Roswell, GA

Other

Roswell, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Alpharetta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Decatur, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Henry, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Initial

Acworth, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Lilburn, GA

Renewal

Tunnel Hill, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Valdosta, GA

Renewal

Robins AFB, GA

3 Follow-up
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Name
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Savannah Evangeline Booth College FAKS Allied Health Education Center First Step Health Agency Flatiron School Fortis College/Atlanta Future Dental Assistants of Atlanta, LLC General Assembly Genesis Career College/Dalton Campus Genesis Career College: South Atlanta Campus Georgia Bartending School Georgia Career Institute Georgia Central University Georgia Central University 4 Georgia Massage School, Inc. Georgia School of Dental Assisting, LLC Georgia School of Orthodontics Georgia Trade School Guido Bible College Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service Gwinnett College Gwinnett College - Lilburn Gwinnett College - Sandy Springs Gwinnett Dental Career Academy Handyman Training School, LLC Health and Style Institute, LLC Health and Style Institute, LLC/ Atlanta Health Tech of Georgia Heavy Equipment Colleges of America Helms College/Augusta
4 Accreditation

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Pooler, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

College Park, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Smyrna, GA

Renewal

Roswell, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Dalton, GA

Renewal

Morrow, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Conyers, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Other

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Suwanee, GA

Renewal

Roswell, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Acworth, GA

Renewal

Metter, GA

Renewal

Decatur, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Lilburn, Ga

Renewal

Sandy Springs, GA

Renewal

Suwanee, GA

Renewal

Stone Mountain, GA

Renewal

Kennesaw, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Warner Robins, GA

Renewal

Conyers, GA

Renewal

Augusta, GA

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Name
Helms College/Macon Herzing University/Atlanta Holy Spirit College Hudson Taylor University iCode Academy Industry Makeup Academy Innovative Health Care Institute, LLC Institute of Medical Ultrasound Interactive College of Technology/Chamblee Interactive College of Technology/Gainesville Interactive College of Technology/Morrow International Institute of Technology & Application (IITA) International Montessori Training Institute International School of Skin, Nailcare, and Massage Therapy Jo-Thor's Dog Trainers' Academy Kays VIP Dental Assistant School KLA Medical Services, Inc., The Life Solutions for Health Life Time Academy/Sandy Springs Lincoln College of Technology/Marietta Lincoln College of Technology/Marietta 5 Medical and Technical Institute of North Georgia Medical Institute of Northeast Georgia Medical Management Institute, The Mentee College Messiah for Life CPR, LLC Metro Medical Training Centers, Inc. Metropolitan Career School Miami Ad School at Portfolio Center Middle Georgia School of Dental Assistants, LLC

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Applied Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Augusta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Suwanee, GA

Initial

Ellenwood, GA

Initial

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Athens, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Chamblee, GA

Renewal

Gainesville, Ga

Renewal

Morrow, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Alpharetta, GA

Renewal

Tucker, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Decatur, GA

Renewal

Sandy Springs, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Other

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Calhoun, GA

Renewal

Braselton, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Lawrenceville, GA

Renewal

Morrow, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

College Park, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Warner Robins, GA

5 Student Survey--Agency Research
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Name

Status

Miller-Motte Technical College/Augusta Miller-Motte Technical College/Columbus Miller-Motte Technical College/Macon MiTio Incorporated Modern Dental Training, Inc dba Modern Dental Career Center Montessori Institute of Atlanta, Inc. Montessori Teacher Education Institute of Atlanta, LLC Murray Career Institute National American University/Kings Bay National Personal Training Institute/McDonough National Trichology Training Institute National Trichology Training Institute6 New Beginnings Health and Career Training Center New Horizons Computer Learning Center of Atlanta New Horizons Medical Institute/Norcross New Horizons Medical Institute/Winder Norcross Institute of Allied Health North Georgia Nursing Academy, LLC (NGNA) North Georgia School of Dental Assisting NorthPoint Technology Institute Nova Dental Assisting School, LLC NSTAR TECHNOLOGIES NSTAR TECHNOLOGIES7 Ohio Christian University/Morrow Omega One Medical Institute (OOMI) Omnitech Institute Orthodontic Assistant School of Atlanta Pacific Institute of Technology Park University/Moody AFB

Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Augusta, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Macon, GA

Initial

McDonough, GA

Renewal

Lawrenceville, GA

Renewal

Decatur, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Kings Bay, GA

Renewal

McDonough, GA

Renewal

Stockbridge, GA

Other

Stockbridge, GA

Renewal

Albany, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Winder, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Flowery Branch, GA

Renewal

LaFayette, GA

Renewal

Stockbridge, GA

Renewal

Alpharetta, GA

Renewal

Lawrenceville, GA

Other

Lawrenceville, GA

Renewal

Morrow, GA

Renewal

Conyers, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Moody AFB, GA

6 New Location 7 Follow-up
25

Name
Peachtree City School of Massage Pediatric Dental Assistant School Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Pleasant Paws Premier Medical Careers Premier Systems & Training, Inc. Pro Data, Inc. Professional Medical Institute, Inc. Progressive Medical Institute, LLC Providence Medical Training Institute, Inc. RadiumSoft, LLC RadiumSoft, LLC 8 RadiumSoft, LLC 9 Reformed University Relay Graduate School of Education RGB Technology Training Center Richmont Graduate University/Atlanta Rivi Training Institute S & N Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Professional Bartending School SAE Institute Saint Leo University/Atlanta Education Center Saint Leo University/Gwinnett Saint Leo University-Savannah Savannah Dental Assistant School South College Atlanta Learning Site South College Atlanta Learning Site Southeast Lineman Training Center Step One Health Agency Strayer University/Augusta

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Applied Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Peachtree City, GA

Renewal

Marietta, GA

Renewal

Suwanee, GA

Renewal

Snellville, GA

Renewal

Conyers, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Decatur, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Lawrenceville, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Other

Atlanta, GA

Other

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Lawrenceville, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Avondale Estates, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Initial

Alpharetta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Initial

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Trenton, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Augusta, GA

8 Follow-up 9 Follow-up
26

Name
Strayer University/Chamblee Strayer University/Cobb Strayer University/Columbus Strayer University/Douglasville Strayer University/Lithonia Strayer University/Macon Strayer University/Morrow Strayer University/Savannah Studio Crush School of Makeup Target IT Tech Talent South, LLC Tender Care Training Center, LLC The American School of Protocol The Elaine Sterling Institute (Massage Therapy) The Phlebotomy Institute of Middle Georgia The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration/Atlanta The Training Center of NW Georgia, Inc. The Training Expo Touch for Healing: School of Reiki Massage Trevecca Nazarene University/ Duluth Troy University/Atlanta-Northside Troy University/Augusta Troy University/Brunswick Troy University/Columbus-Fort Benning Underwood University United Education Institute United Medical and Business Institute, LLC University of Atlanta University of Atlanta 10

Status
Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Closed Closed

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Douglasville, GA

Renewal

Lithonia, GA

Renewal

Macon, GA

Renewal

Morrow, GA

Renewal

Savannah, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Norcross, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Augusta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Initial

Macon, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, Ga

Renewal

Cartersville, GA

Renewal

Riverdale, GA

Renewal

Jasper, GA

Initial

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Alpharetta, GA

Renewal

Augusta, GA

Renewal

Brunswick. GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Suwanee, GA

Renewal

Morrow, GA

Renewal

College Park, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Other

Atlanta, GA

10 Follow-up
27

Name
University of Atlanta 11 University of Phoenix/Atlanta University of Phoenix/Augusta University of Phoenix/Columbus Valdosta Dental Assistant School Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior Village Samaritan Training Institute/Carrollton Village Samaritan Training Institute/Newnan Voorhees College/ Augusta Webster University/Fort Gordon Webster University/Fort Stewart Webster University/Hunter AAF Winder Assist to Succeed Dental Assisting School Woodruff Medical Training and Testing/Duluth Woodruff Medical Training and Testing/Gainesville Woodruff Medical Training and Testing/Tucker Ycarte' Health Career Center, LLC Zoe Med-Tech

Status
Closed Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized

Initial/Renewal Location /Other Visit

Other

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Augusta, GA

Renewal

Columbus, GA

Renewal

Valdosta, GA

Renewal

Atlanta, GA

Renewal

Carrollton, GA

Renewal

Newnan, GA

Renewal

Augusta, GA

Renewal

Fort Gordon, GA

Renewal

Fort Stewart, GA

Renewal

Hunter AAF, GA

Renewal

Winder, GA

Renewal

Duluth, GA

Renewal

Gainesville, GA

Renewal

Tucker, GA

Initial

Douglas

Renewal

Barnesville, GA

11 Follow-up
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CLOSED INSTITUTIONS
Once NPEC is made aware an Authorized Institution is no longer operating in Georgia, it is classified as "Closed" in NPEC records. The following list provides those ceasing operation during FY19:

Institution Name All About Coding, Education, and Training Altierus Career College/Atlanta West ALTN Learning Center Argosy University/Atlanta Argosy University/Online Argosy University/Sarasota Art Institute of Pittsburgh/Online, The Code Career Academy, LLC Concept Software & Services, Inc. DeVry University/Jacksonville DeVry University/Miramar DeVry University/Orlando Lion's Den Bartending School Loyola University of New Orleans Palmetto School of Career Development, Savannah Saint Leo University-Morrow Strayer University/Roswell The New York Code and Design Academy UMBC Training Center at Cyberworks Academy University of Atlanta Virginia College/Augusta Virginia College/Columbus Virginia College/Macon Virginia College/Savannah

Closed Date 1/31/2019 9/30/2018 5/24/2019 3/8/2019 3/8/2019 12/28/2018 1/18/2019 8/1/2018 7/20/2018 2/1/2019 2/1/2019 2/1/2019 3/1/2019 8/27/2018 2/28/2019 12/13/2018 9/19/2018 3/1/2019 5/15/2019 3/14/2019 12/18/2018 12/18/2018 12/18/2018 12/18/2018

Location Martinez, GA Atlanta, GA Marietta, GA Atlanta, GA Orange County, CA Sarasota, FL Pittsburgh, PA Lawrenceville, GA Alpharetta, GA Jacksonville, FL Miramar, FL Orlando, FL Jonesboro, GA New Orleans, LA Savannah, GA Morrow, GA Roswell, GA Atlanta, GA Augusta, GA Atlanta, GA Augusta, GA Columbus, GA Macon, GA Savannah, GA

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STUDENT RECORDS SURRENDERED
Closed Institutions are required to surrender student records as part of the process to cease operations in Georgia. The following lists those that surrendered records during FY19:

Institution ADAS Medical Training1 All About Coding American National College Argosy University-Atlanta Argosy University-Online The Art Institute of Pittsburgh CCME Training Service2 Code Career Academy Concept Software & Services Fortis College GA Healthcare Training Medical Interpreting and Translating Institute-Online New York Code & Design Academy Palmetto School of Career Development
ProMedia Training Sullivan and Cogliano Training Centers United Medical & Business Institute University of Atlanta Virginia College

Location Snellville, GA Martinez, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Orange County, CA Pittsburgh, PA College Park, GA Lawrenceville, GA Alpharetta, GA Smyrna, GA Stone Mountain, GA McDonough, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA; Augusta, GA; Macon, GA; Savannah, GA; Valdosta, GA Atlanta, GA Miami, FL College Park, GA Atlanta, GA Augusta, GA; Columbus, GA; Macon, GA; Savannah, GA

1 Closed 12.18.17, but did not surrender records until FY19 2 Closed 09.22.17, but did not surrender records until FY19
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ADVERSE ACTIONS
NPEC is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable state laws and associated policies and procedures. As such, adverse actions are the official activities completed by the agency when an institution fails to comply with key directives, such as requiring Authorization, taking down programmatic advertisements, and surrendering student records.
The most common adverse action is the notification to an institution that it is operating without Authorization. This is communicated with a cease and desist warning email that is sent by the Deputy Director to the email of record. Information detailing the Authorization process as well as agency contacts are also provided. In FY 19, twenty-two (22) such warning emails were sent.
Should the noncomplying institution fail to adequately respond to the cease and desist warning email, a cease and desist letter is sent certified to the address of record as well as to the email of record. Formal Closure and Student Record Demand Letters, either directing the institution to cease operation until Authorization is obtained or to surrender student records in accordance with O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.17, respectively, are also sent by NPEC. These are sent certified to the address of record as well as the email of record. In FY 19, twelve (12) cease and desist or Closure letters were sent along with three (3) Student Record Demand Letters.
If it becomes clear the agency is not having success communicating with a noncomplying institution, NPEC will request action from the Office of the Attorney General of Georgia. In FY 19, seven (7) such requests were made. Additionally, two (2) lawsuits were filed by the Attorney General on behalf of NPEC against noncomplying institutions.
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LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY
The 2019 Legislative Session was a busy one for NPEC. A piece of legislation was dropped by a member of the General Assembly, Senate Bill 91, which affected the operations of the agency. The purpose of the legislation was to include a school of orthodontics in the medical school exemption code found in O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(13). The agency worked with members of the General Assembly, lobbyists, Georgia Dental Association, and others to ensure that this piece of legislature would have limited unintended consequences and address only its intended purposes. After much work, SB91 passed both houses of the General Assembly and is currently part of our code.
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FINANCIAL VIABILITY ASSESSMENTS
O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.6(a)(1)(H) & 20-3-250.6(c) establishes that authorized and exempt institutions must meet the standards to be financially sound and capable of fulfilling their commitments to students. Beginning in April 2015, NPEC implemented a rigorous financial viability assessment (FVA) of authorized institutions to prioritize institutional fiscal stability as part of the overall evaluation required for authorization and to protect the TGTF. Proactive review and communication with the institutions has assisted NPEC to enhance its planning of potential teach-outs and estimations of student reimbursements, both of which are often required in the case of institutional closures. The financial viability assessment at NPEC is achieved through a collaborative review of financial documentation submitted by authorized institutions, completed by both NPEC professional staff and an external auditor. For all authorized and "audit only" exempt institutions, financial viability assessments are completed annually. In both NC-SARA and GA-SARA applications, a Department of Education Financial Responsibility Composite Score is a required component. For those GA-SARA applicants/renewing institutions that do not participate in Title IV (Federal Financial Aid) or whose Composite Scores are between 1.00 and 1.5, NPEC conducts a financial viability assessment. In Fiscal Year 2019, two hundred and fifty-eight (258) authorized institutions, thirty-six (36) audit only exempt institutions, and three (3) GASARA institutions were assessed. The possible outcomes are as follows:
Approved The institution is found to be financially stable. If an institution is approved, it has satisfied indicators of sound financial health. Examples may include the provision of financial information demonstrating current assets that exceed current liabilities and reflect a positive net working capital, profit or surplus from the prior fiscal year. Additionally, if applicable, the institution indicates a low risk of stocks to assets and meets United States Department of Education (USDOE) requirements.
Approved Conditionally The institution's financial viability may need improvement. For an institution that has been approved conditionally to maintain authorization, it must provide specified documentation (e.g., Audit) or show improvement in its financial position within a set period. For exempt institutions required to file an audit, a Financial Improvement Plan (FIP) is to be submitted to NPEC which provides an outline of actions and efforts being taken to improve the financial condition of the institution. Additional follow up actions may be required, if necessary, such as providing a Teach Out plan as guidance for students in the event of institution closure.
Denied The institution is found to not be financially stable. If an institution is denied, its financial position suggests an extremely high risk for an abrupt closure. Authorization will not be granted, and the institution will be required to cease operation.
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FVA OUTCOMES OF AUTHORIZED INSTITUTIONS Approved
Approved Conditionally Denied Total

FY16 73 93 11 177

FY17 108 56
3 167

FY18 125 89 14 228

FY19 171 81
6 258

FVA OUTCOMES OF AUDIT ONLY EXEMPT INSTITUTIONS Approved
Approved Conditionally Total

FY 2019
33 3 36

FVA OUTCOMES OF SELECT GA-SARA INSTITUTIONS Approved
Approved Conditionally Denied Total

FY16 1 0 0 1

FY17 2 0 0 2

FY18 2 0 0 2

FY19 3 0 0 3

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TUITION GUARANTY TRUST FUND ACTIVITIES

O.C.G.A.20-3-250.27 created the Tuition Guaranty Trust Fund (TGTF), which is designed to provide a teach-out or refund to students at institutions that close and fail to honor commitments to complete the students' programs of study. The TGTF serves as an insurance pool of funds available for students of closed institutions. NPEC adopted a fee structure, based upon one-tenth of one percent of the institutions' annual gross tuition receipts. Beginning in July 1992, authorized institutions began to make annual payments to the TGTF. In accordance with O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.27(e) & 20-3-250.27(h) the following chart reflects activities of the TGTF over the past five years and the financial strength of the fund. Teach-out of Students is the cost associated with the completion of a course of study at another institution following the closure of an institution. Refund of Tuition is the amount of reimbursements paid to students should they be unable or unwilling to complete their programs elsewhere.

TUITION GUARANTY TRUST FUND ANNUAL REPORT

FY 14

FY 15

FY 16

FY 17

FY 18

Beginning Fund Balance $ 2,908,276 3,127,257 3,296,416 3,417,781 3,552,613

FY 19 3,682,052

Receipts to Fund Fees from Institutions
Bond Proceeds Total Interest Earned

305,592 3,183

236,243 4,233

173,032 6,086

144,460 -
10,851

119,003 -
24,806

133,036 -
42,612

Total Receipts

308,775

240,475

179,118

155,311

143,809

175,648

Payments from Fund

Administrative Expense Institution Closing Expenses:
Storage of Records Teach-out of Students
Refunds of Tuition Total Payments

(47,136)

(2,828)

(2,260)

(2,034)

(2,108)

(9,989)

(8,167) (2,400) (32,090) (89,794)

(8,007) (26,731) (33,750) (71,316)

(15,532) (10,573) (29,388) (57,753)

(11,662) (6,008) (775)
(20,479)

(9,596) (2,667)
(14,371)

(11,828) (2,562) (14,150)
(38,529)

Ending Fund Balance $ 3,127,257 3,296,416 3,417,781 3,552,613 3,682,052 3,819,170

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Accomplishments
Closed suspected diploma mill Aligned Commission meeting
schedule and announcements with Georgia Open Records laws Aligned Commission hearing procedures with Georgia code Created Commission procedures for school appeal hearings by Commission Facilitated legislative process for an institution to help it successfully obtain exemption status in code through the legislative process (SB 91) Created Commission approved Schedule of Fines to allow the agency to charge fines to noncompliant schools for violations of O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.7 or O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.8 or for failure or refusal to deposit records as required by O.C.G.A. 203250.17 Implemented Financial Viability Assessment process for all authorized institutions Considered accreditation status when granting the use of college/university in the name requests Hosted Higher Education Meeting with other higher education entities in the state Revised agency rules and policies to align with Georgia code

In Progress
Aligning budget with agency priorities
Realigning agency personnel and responsibilities to better serve Georgia students
Building relationships with other state agencies (USG, TCSG, Workforce Development, Board of Massage, Board of Nursing, etc.)
Implementing Financial Viability Assessment processes for exempt schools pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.6(c)
Implementing internship program in a partnership with UGA MPA program
Contacting all exempt institutions to ensure they are compliant with current Georgia code
Implementing online payments for student transcript requests and institutional fee payments
Developing new Program Manager role inside personnel structure (investigation of documentation, student complaints, institutions operating without authorization, etc.)
Digitizing closed institution student records to improve efficiency and save money on storage costs

Future Goals
Revise Minimum Standards checklist for authorization process
Complete policy revisions by the end of FY20
Contact military base education directors to ensure an understanding of Georgia statutes as it relates to higher education
Utilize data analytics to assess value of outcome data from unaccredited institutions
Use Higher Education meeting in June 2019 to better address student educational needs in the state
Research systemization of credit transfers between institutions (articulation agreements)
Streamline authorization process for institutions that seek to open campuses in rural or high-needs areas
Leverage technology by implementing biennial virtual site visits for accredited institutions

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EXHIBIT A
Exempt Institutions
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.6(c), Exempt Institutions listed in O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a) under paragraphs (7), (10), (11), (12), and (14) are required to submit audited financial statements to NPEC annually. The following institutions provided the Commission with an audited financial statement as required for Fiscal Year 2019: O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(7) Institutions:
1. Atlanta's John Marshall Law School

O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(10) & 20-3-250.3(a)(11) Institutions: 1. Agnes Scott College 2. Andrew College 3. Berry College 4. Beulah Heights University 5. Brenau University 6. Brewton-Parker College 7. Clark Atlanta University 8. Columbia Theological Seminary 9. Covenant College 10. Emmanuel College 11. Emory University 12. Georgia Military College 13. Grady Health System 14. Interdenominational Theological Seminary 15. LaGrange College 16. Life University, Inc. 17. Luther Rice College & Seminary, Inc.

18. Mercer University/Macon 19. Morehouse College 20. Oglethorpe University 21. Oxford College of Emory 22. Paine College 23. Piedmont College 24. Point University 25. Reinhart University 26. Savannah College of Art and Design 27. Shorter University 28. Spelman College 29. Thomas University 30. Toccoa Falls College 31. Truett McConnell University 32. Wesleyan College 33. Young Harris College

O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(12) Institutions: N/A

O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(14) Institutions: 1. Art Institute of Atlanta 2. South University

NOTE: Morris Brown College did not submit an audited financial statement in FY19

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EXHIBIT B
Degree-Granting Nonpublic Postsecondary Institutions
O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.5(c)(3) requires NPEC to "maintain separate lists of degree-granting nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions, nondegree-granting postsecondary educational institutions, and agents authorized to operate in this state under this part. Such lists shall be available for the information of the public."

Institution Academy of Art University Altierus Career College/Norcross America Evangelical University/Atlanta American College of Education, Inc. American InterContinental University/Atlanta American University in Dubai Apex School of Theology Asbury Theological Seminary Ashford University Ashworth College Athens College of Ministry Atlanta Institute of Music and Media Atlanta University of Health Sciences Aviation Institute of Maintenance Belhaven University Belhaven University/ Dalton Brandman University Brown College of Court Reporting Bryan College California Southern University Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology Capella University Carrington College Central Michigan University/Atlanta Central Michigan University/Online Central Texas College/Fort Benning Central Texas College/Fort Stewart

Location San Francisco, CA Norcross, GA Atlanta, GA Indianapolis, IN Atlanta, GA Media City Durham, NC Wilmore, KY San Diego, CA Norcross, GA Watkinsville, GA Duluth, GA Duluth, GA Duluth, GA Atlanta, GA Dalton, GA Irvine, CA Atlanta, GA Dayton, TN Costa Mesa, CA Atlanta, GA Minneapolis, MN Sacramento, CA Atlanta, GA Mount Pleasant, MI Fort Benning, GA Fort Stewart, GA

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Type Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting

Institution Chamberlain University/Addison Chamberlain University/Atlanta Columbia College/Fort Stewart Columbia College/Hunter AAF Columbia College/NSB Kings Bay Columbia College/Online Crown College Dallas Theological Seminary DeVry University/Alpharetta DeVry University/Cobb Galleria DeVry University/Decatur DeVry University/Duluth DeVry University/Henry County DeVry University/Naperville Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/ Hunter AAB Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Atlanta Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Columbus Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Moody AFB Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Online Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Robins AFB Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/Savannah Erskine Theological Seminary Evangeline Booth College Fortis College/Atlanta Georgia Central University Georgia School of Orthodontics Guido Bible College Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service Gwinnett College Gwinnett College - Lilburn Gwinnett College - Sandy Springs Heavy Equipment Colleges of America Helms College/Augusta Helms College/Macon
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Location Addison, IL Atlanta, GA Fort Stewart, GA Hunter AAF, GA NSB King Bay, GA Columbia, MO Saint Bonifacius, MN Dallas, TX Alpharetta, GA Atlanta, GA Decatur, GA Duluth, GA Stockbridge, GA Naperville, IL Savannah, GA Atlanta, GA Fort Benning, GA Valdosta, GA Daytona Beach, FL Robins AFB, GA Pooler, GA Due West, SC Atlanta, GA Smyrna, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Metter, GA Decatur, GA Marietta, GA Lilburn, GA Sandy Springs, GA Conyers, GA Augusta, GA Macon, GA

Type Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting

Institution Herzing University/Atlanta Herzing University/Online Holy Spirit College Hudson Taylor University Interactive College of Technology/Chamblee Interactive College of Technology/Gainesville Interactive College of Technology/Morrow Lincoln College of Technology/Marietta Lincoln College of Technology/Nashville Los Angeles Film School Mentee College Miller-Motte College/Online-Wilmington Miller-Motte Technical College/Augusta Miller-Motte Technical College/Columbus Miller-Motte Technical College/Macon Miller-Motte Technical College/Online-Conway National American University/Kings Bay National American University/Online New England College of Business Norcross Institute of Allied Health Nova Southeastern University Ohio Christian University/Morrow Pacific Institute of Technology Park University Park University/Moody AFB Pepperdine University Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Reformed University Relay Graduate School of Education Richmont Graduate University/Atlanta SAE Institute Saint Leo University/Atlanta Education Center Saint Leo University/Gwinnett Saint Leo University/Online
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Location Atlanta, GA Menomonee Falls, WI Atlanta, GA Suwanee, GA Chamblee, GA Gainesville, GA Morrow, GA Marietta, GA Nashville, TN Hollywood, CA Lawrenceville, GA Wilmington, NC Augusta, GA Columbus, GA Macon, GA Conway, SC Kings Bay, GA Rapid City, SD Boston, MA Norcross, GA Ft. Lauderdale, FL Morrow, GA Atlanta, GA Parkville, MO Moody AFB, GA Malibu, CA Suwanee, GA Lawrenceville, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Duluth, GA Saint Leo, FL

Type Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting

Institution Saint Leo University/Savannah San Jose State University Santa Clara University South College South College Atlanta Learning Site Southwestern Assemblies of God University Spring Hill College Strayer University/Augusta Strayer University/Chamblee Strayer University/Cobb Strayer University/Columbus Strayer University/Douglasville Strayer University/Lithonia Strayer University/Macon Strayer University/Morrow Strayer University/Online Strayer University/Savannah Trevecca Nazarene University Trevecca Nazarene University/ Duluth Trinity Baptist College Troy University/Atlanta-Northside Troy University/Augusta Troy University/Brunswick Troy University/Columbus-Fort Benning Troy University/e-Troy Troy University/Leesburg Trustees of Boston University Ultimate Medical Academy Underwood University United Education Institute United States University Universal Technical Institute-Motorcycle/Marine Division University of Phoenix/Atlanta University of Phoenix/Augusta
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Location Savannah, GA San Jose, CA Santa Clara, CA Knoxville, TN Atlanta, GA Waxahachie, TX Mobile, AL Augusta, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Columbus, GA Douglasville, GA Lithonia, GA Macon, GA Morrow, GA Chantilly, VA Savannah, GA Nashville, TN Duluth, GA Jacksonville, FL Alpharetta, GA Augusta, GA Brunswick, GA Columbus, GA Troy, AL Leesburg, GA Boston, MA Tampa, FL Suwanee, GA Morrow, GA San Diego, CA Orlando, FL Atlanta, GA Augusta, GA

Type Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting

Institution University of Phoenix/Columbus University of Phoenix/Online University of Southern California University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences/Austin University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences/California University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences/Miami University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences/St. Augustine Voorhees College/ Augusta Walden University Webster University Online Learning Center Webster University/Fort Gordon Webster University/Fort Stewart Webster University/Hunter AAF

Location Columbus, GA Phoenix, AZ Los Angeles, CA Austin, TX San Marcos, CA Coral Gables, FL St. Augustine, FL Augusta, GA Minneapolis, MN St. Louis, MO Fort Gordon, GA Fort Stewart, GA Hunter AAF, GA

Type Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting Degree Granting

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EXHIBIT C
Nondegree-Granting Nonpublic Postsecondary Institutions
O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.5(c)(3) requires NPEC to "maintain separate lists of degree-granting nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions, nondegree-granting postsecondary educational institutions, and agents authorized to operate in this state under this part. Such lists shall be available for the information of the public."

Institution ABC Bartending School Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy Accession Distribution Training and Staffing Action Bartending School & Hospitality/Norcross AS4U Career Center, LLC Ashona Medical Institute Assist to Succeed - Lake Oconee Assisting 101- Georgia School of Dental Staffing ATG Learning At-Home Professions Atlanta Academy of Dental Assisting Atlanta Career Institute Atlanta Dental Assistant School (Buckhead) Atlanta Dental Assistant School/Marietta Atlanta Dog Trainers School for Professional Dog Trainers Atlanta General Education Center Atlanta National Hypnotherapy Institute Atlanta School of Massage Augusta Dental Assistant School Augusta School of Massage, Inc. Bread for Life, Inc. Breath of Life Training LLC Bridge Institute C.C.B. School of Atlanta Careers in Dentistry Casey & Son Horseshoeing School CED Solutions, LLC
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Location Marietta, GA Denham Springs, LA Riverdale, GA Norcross, GA Cartersville, GA Conyers, GA Greensboro, GA Marietta, GA Atlanta, GA Fort Collins, CO Marietta, GA Norcross, GA Atlanta, GA Marietta, GA Alpharetta, GA Norcross, GA Marietta, GA Atlanta, GA Evans, GA Evans, GA Athens, GA Martinez, GA Lilburn, GA Duluth, GA Martinez, GA LaFayette, GA Marietta, GA

Type Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting

Institution CNU Medical Institute Cobb Medical Institute Cohutta Healing Arts Institute, Inc COIN Education Services Center Complete Game Broadcasting Connecticut School of Broadcasting CPR with Mickey, Inc. Crane Safety Associates of America, Inc. Creative Circus, The Cumberland Medical Institute Dalton Dental Assistant School Dental Assistant School of Atlanta Dental Assisting School of Georgia, LLC Dental Careers Institute, Inc. Dental Staff School, Inc. DigitalCrafts Dominion Health Care Solutions Dove Technology Dover Training Institute Education & Career Resources of Georgia Elite Lineman Training Institute, Inc FAKS Allied Health Education Center First Step Health Agency Flatiron School Freight Movers School, LLC Future Dental Assistants of Atlanta, LLC Gemological Institute of America General Assembly Genesis Career College/Dalton Campus Genesis Career College: South Atlanta Campus Georgia Bartending School Georgia Career Institute Georgia Massage School, Inc. Georgia School of Dental Assisting, LLC

Location Norcross, GA Mableton, GA Ellijay, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Dallas, GA McDonough, GA Atlanta, GA Marietta, GA Dalton, GA Kennesaw, GA Roswell, GA Marietta, GA Marietta, GA Atlanta, GA Savannah, GA Norcross, GA Atlanta, GA Lilburn, GA Tunnel Hill, GA College Park, GA Columbus, GA Atlanta, GA Rockwall, TX Roswell, GA Carlsbad, CA Atlanta, GA Dalton, GA Morrow, GA Savannah, GA Conyers, GA Suwanee, GA Roswell, GA

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Type Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting

Institution Georgia Trade School Gwinnett Dental Career Academy Handyman Training School, LLC Health and Style Institute, LLC Health and Style Institute, LLC/ Atlanta Health Tech of Georgia iCode Academy Innovative Health Care Institute, LLC Institute for Guided Studies Institute of Medical Ultrasound International Institute of Technology & Application (IITA) International Montessori Training Institute International School of Skin, Nailcare, and Massage Therapy Jo-Thor's Dog Trainers' Academy Kays VIP Dental Assistant School KLA Medical Services, Inc., The Life Solutions for Health Life Time Academy/Sandy Springs Medical and Technical Institute of North Georgia Medical Institute of Northeast Georgia Medical Management Institute, The Messiah for Life CPR, LLC Metro Medical Training Centers, Inc. Metropolitan Career School Miami Ad School at Portfolio Center Middle Georgia School of Dental Assistants, LLC MiTio Incorporated Montessori Institute of Atlanta, Inc. Montessori Teacher Education Institute of Atlanta, LLC Murray Career Institute NASCAR Technical Institute National Personal Training Institute/McDonough National Trichology Training Institute New Beginnings Health and Career Training Center
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Location Acworth, GA Suwanee, GA Stone Mountain, GA Kennesaw, GA Atlanta, GA Warner Robins, GA Ellenwood, GA Athens, GA Camden, SC Atlanta, GA Marietta, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Alpharetta, GA Tucker, GA Columbus, GA Decatur, GA Sandy Springs, GA Calhoun, GA Braselton, GA Atlanta, GA Morrow, GA Marietta, GA College Park, GA Atlanta, GA Warner Robins, GA McDonough, GA Decatur, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Mooresville, NC McDonough, GA Stockbridge, GA Albany, GA

Type Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting

Institution New Horizons Computer Learning Center of Atlanta New Horizons Medical Institute/Norcross New Horizons Medical Institute/Winder North Georgia Nursing Academy, LLC (NGNA) North Georgia School of Dental Assisting NorthPoint Technology Institute Nova Dental Assisting School, LLC NSTAR TECHNOLOGIES
OCL Real Estate LLC dba American Home Inspectors Training
Omega One Medical Institute (OOMI) Omnitech Institute Orthodontic Assistant School of Atlanta Peachtree City School of Massage Pediatric Dental Assistant School Penn Foster Career School Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine South Georgia Pleasant Paws Premier Medical Careers Premier Systems & Training, Inc. Pro Data, Inc. Professional Medical Institute, Inc. Progressive Medical Institute, LLC Providence Medical Training Institute, Inc. RadiumSoft, LLC RGB Technology Training Center S & N Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Professional Bartending School Savannah Dental Assistant School Southeast Lineman Training Center Step One Health Agency Studio Crush School of Makeup Target IT Tech Talent South, LLC Tender Care Training Center, LLC The American School of Protocol
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Location Atlanta, GA Norcross, GA Winder, GA Flowery Branch, GA LaFayette, GA Stockbridge, GA Alpharetta, GA Lawrenceville, GA Savannah, GA Conyers, GA Atlanta, GA Duluth, GA Peachtree City, GA Marietta, GA Scranton, PA Moultrie, GA Snellville, GA Conyers, GA Savannah, GA Atlanta, GA Decatur, GA Norcross, GA Lawrenceville, GA Atlanta, GA Avondale Estates, GA Atlanta, GA Savannah, GA Trenton, GA Columbus, GA Atlanta, GA Norcross, GA Atlanta, GA Augusta, GA Atlanta, GA

Type Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting

Institution The Elaine Sterling Institute (Massage Therapy) The Phlebotomy Institute of Middle Georgia The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration/Atlanta The Training Center of NW Georgia, Inc. The Training Expo Touch for Healing: School of Reiki Massage Tulsa Welding School/Jacksonville Tulsa Welding School/Tulsa United Medical and Business Institute, LLC Universal Technical Institute of Texas, Inc. Valdosta Dental Assistant School Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior Village Samaritan Training Institute/Carrollton Village Samaritan Training Institute/Newnan Winder Assist to Succeed Dental Assisting School Woodruff Medical Training and Testing/Duluth Woodruff Medical Training and Testing/Gainesville Woodruff Medical Training and Testing/Tucker Ycarte' Health Career Center, LLC Zoe Med-Tech

Location Sandy Springs, GA Macon, GA Atlanta, GA Cartersville, GA Riverdale, GA Jasper, GA Jacksonville, FL Tulsa, OK East Point, GA Houston, TX Valdosta, GA Suwanee, GA Carrollton, GA Newnan, GA Winder, GA Duluth, GA Gainesville, GA Tucker, GA Douglas, GA Barnesville, GA

Type Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting Non-Degree Granting

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EXHIBIT D GA-SARA Member Institutions

Institution Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Albany State University Albany Technical College Ashworth College Athens Technical College Atlanta Institute of Music and Media Atlanta Metropolitan State College Atlanta Technical College Augusta Technical College Augusta University Berry College Beulah Heights University Brenau University Central Georgia Technical College Chattahoochee Technical College Clark Atlanta University Clayton State University Coastal Pines Technical College College of Coastal Georgia Columbia Theological Seminary Columbus State University Columbus Technical College Dalton State College East Georgia State College Emmanuel College Emory University Fort Valley State University Georgia College and State University Georgia Gwinnett College Georgia Highlands College

Location Tifton, GA Albany, GA Albany, GA Norcross, GA Athens, GA Duluth, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Augusta, GA Augusta, GA Mount Berry, GA Atlanta, GA Gainesville, GA Macon, GA Marietta, GA Atlanta, GA Morrow, GA Waycross, GA Brunswick, GA Decatur, GA Columbus, GA Columbus, GA Dalton, GA Swainsboro, GA Franklin Springs, GA Atlanta, GA Fort Valley, GA Milledgeville, GA Lawrenceville, GA Rome, GA
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Institution Georgia Institute of Technology - Main Campus Georgia Northwestern Technical College Georgia Piedmont Technical College Georgia Southern University Georgia Southwestern State University Georgia State University Gordon State College Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service Gwinnett Technical College Interdenominational Theological Center John Marshall Law School - Atlanta Kennesaw State University LaGrange College Lanier Technical College Life University Luther Rice College & Seminary Mercer University Middle Georgia State University Morehouse School of Medicine North Georgia Technical College Oconee Fall Line Technical College Ogeechee Technical College Piedmont College Point University Reinhardt University Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah State University Savannah Technical College Shorter University South Georgia State College South Georgia Technical College Southeastern Technical College Southern Crescent Technical College Southern Regional Technical College
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Location Atlanta, GA Rome, GA Clarkston, GA Statesboro, GA Americus, GA Atlanta, GA Barnesville, GA Decatur, GA Lawrenceville, GA Atlanta, GA Atlanta, GA Kennesaw, GA LaGrange, GA Gainesville, GA Marietta, GA Lithonia, GA Macon, GA Macon, GA Atlanta, GA Clarkesville, GA Sandersville, GA Statesboro, GA Demorest, GA West Point, GA Waleska, GA Savannah, GA Savannah, GA Savannah, GA Rome, GA Douglas, GA Americus, GA Vidalia, GA Griffin, GA Thomasville, GA

Institution Thomas University Toccoa Falls College Truett McConnell University University of Georgia University of North Georgia University of West Georgia Valdosta State University West Georgia Technical College Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Young Harris College

Location Thomasville, GA Toccoa Falls, GA Cleveland, GA Athens, HA Dahlonega, GA Carrolton, GA Valdosta, GA Waco, GA Valdosta, GA Young Harris, GA

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EXHIBIT E
Religious Exempt Institutions
O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(6)

Institution Accelerated College of the Bible International American Leadership Institute & Seminary Andersonville Theological Seminary Antioch Baptist Bible College & Seminary Apostolic School of Ministry Atlanta Baptist College Atlanta Bible College Baptist Institute of America & Seminary BBC School of Theology Berea Bible Institute & Seminary Berea School of Ministry BERIT Seminary and Graduate School Bible Institute & Seminary Bryant Theological Seminary Calvary Chapel Bible Institute Calvary Chapel University Carver Bible Seminary Central Baptist Theological Seminary Christian College of Georgia Christian Life School of Theology Global Church of God School of Ministry City View Seminary, Inc. Columbus Baptist Theological Seminary Covington Theological Seminary Deliverance School of Ministry Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary Expositors Seminary, The Gateway Seminary Georgia Baptist College and Theological Seminary

Location Hendersonville, TN Duluth, GA Camilla, GA Cartersville, GA Cartersville, GA Stockbridge, GA McDonough, GA Loganville, GA Fairburn, GA Graysville, GA Atlanta, GA Hinesville, GA Riverdale, GA Fitzgerald, GA Columbus, GA San Diego, CA Atlanta, GA Shawnee, KS Athens, GA Columbus, GA Cleveland, TN Augusta, GA Columbus, GA Ft. Oglethorpe, GA Waynesboro, GA Allen Park, MI Jupiter, FL Ontario, CA Senoia, CA

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Institution Giver of Life Educational Institutions, Inc. Institute of Ministerial Training Global Reformed Seminary Grace Biblical Seminary Grace Communion Seminary Gwinnett Hall Baptist College Heritage Bible College Highpoint Bible College Hope Seminary House of Prayer Bible Seminary Immanuel Baptist Theological Seminary In His Image Bible Institute International International College of Bible Theology Jehovah-Jireh Bible Institute Higher Learning Living Water Bible Seminary LMF Bible Institute Madina Institute, Inc. Maranatha Bible Institute Metro Atlanta Seminary Mount Olivet Theological Seminary New Generations Institute of Biblical Studies & Theological Seminary New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary North Carolina College of Theology North Carolina Theological Seminary North Georgia Baptist Theological Seminary Piedmont College of Theology-Georgia Pilgrim's Theological Seminary Reformed Theological Seminary Restoration Theological Seminary Rocky Mountain School of Ministry and Theology Safe Harbor Institute Shekinah Theological College Shepherd School of Theology in Atlanta Southwest Georgia Theological Seminary The Solidarity Association dba Pontifex
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Location Decatur, GA Tucker, GA McDonough, GA Charlotte, NC Lawrenceville, GA Savannah, GA Smyrna, GA Fort Valley, GA Hinesville, GA Sharpsburg, GA Marietta, GA Sikestown, MO Alexander City, AL Conyers, GA LaGrange, GA Duluth, GA Jonesboro, GA Lawrenceville, GA Augusta, GA Savannah, GA New Orleans, LA Carolina Beach, NC Clinton, NC Hull, GA Calhoun, GA Duluth, GA Marietta, GA Forest Park, GA Arvada, CO Hoschton, GA Jonesboro, GA Duluth, GA Sylvester, GA Atlanta, GA

Institution Titus Baptist Seminary Trinity Baptist Seminary Trinity International University of Ambassadors United Theological Institute & School West Coast Baptist College Wildwood Sanitarium Inc., DBA Wildwood Center for Health Evangelism Word of Life Bible Institute World Bible Institute / McDonough Church of Christ World Changers Bible School World Harvest Bible Institute Worldwide Bible Institute

Location LaGrange, GA Stockbridge, GA Duluth, GA Fairburn, GA Lancaster, CA Wildwood, GA Powder Springs, GA McDonough, GA College Park, GA Roswell, GA Madison, GA

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