51ĀŅĀ× and Kaplan Partner for Free Prep for Graduate-Level Admissions and Professional Certification Exams
51ĀŅĀ× is first public institution to provide free, all-access exam prep
CLEVELAND (June 7, 2022) ā ā 51ĀŅĀ× announced today that it will immediately begin providing all of its undergraduate students and Spring 2022 graduates with free prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GREĀ®, GMATĀ®, LSATĀ®, and MCATĀ®, and several professional certifications, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan. This latest partnership builds upon 51ĀŅĀ×ās mission to open the doors of opportunity to and support as many students as possible, particularly from Northeast Ohio.
āEarning high scores on graduate admissions exams can open so many more doors for students in their chosen fields and careers,ā said Brittany Wampler, director of career development & exploration at 51ĀŅĀ×. āIn eliminating the test preparation cost barrier, weāre leveling the playing field for all 51ĀŅĀ× students to have the ability to succeed in whatever they choose to pursue.ā
Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for nearly 85 years, and 51ĀŅĀ× is the first public institution partner for the companyās new āAll Accessā initiative. As part of Kaplanās All Access mission, colleges and universities can help all their undergraduates prepare for a variety of high-stakes admissions exams that students need to take to apply for graduate-level programs.
Each 51ĀŅĀ× student registered for Kaplanās free graduate exam preparation will also simultaneously receive on-campus career coaching, which provides students with personalized strategies, tactics and resources that align with their goals.
In addition, 51ĀŅĀ× students also have the opportunity to prepare for the exam to become a security industry professional, as well as a Financial Paraplanner Qualified ProfessionalSM, a designation program that is an introduction to personal financial planning. These professional certifications come through programs, which are designed to enhance the job readiness and marketability of college students by partnering the traditional four-year degree with Kaplanās educational programs. This allows students to complete their four-year degrees while earning industry-recognized credentials highly valued by employers.
āThereās good reason why 51ĀŅĀ× is nationally recognized as a leader in successfully advocating for the upward mobility of its students: it invests in their potential. And now that includes free test prep for all its undergrads, which we see as a real game changer in their educational and professional journeys. A higher score can not only increase your chances of getting into a top graduate-level program, but it can also secure you coveted merit-based aid,ā said James Polulach, director of institutional partnerships at Kaplan. āMany students see admissions exams as a barrier, instead of an opportunity, whether because of the price of preparation or because of how difficult the exam is. With All Access, Kaplan is eliminating these roadblocks, with zero out-of-pocket expenses for them. Weāll be announcing additional partnerships in this area soon, as more colleges and universities recognize All Accessās value and promise.ā
51ĀŅĀ× students interested in enrolling in an eligible Kaplan test prep course can visit .
About 51ĀŅĀ×
Founded in 1964, 51ĀŅĀ× is a public research institution that provides a dynamic setting for Engaged Learning. With nearly 16,000 students, ten colleges and schools and more than 175 academic programs, 51ĀŅĀ× was again chosen for 2021 as one of Americaās best universities by U.S. News & World Report, including the #1 public university in Ohio for social mobility. Find more information at .
About Kaplan
Kaplan is a global educational services company that provides individuals, universities, and businesses with a diverse array of services, including higher and professional education, test preparation, language training, corporate and leadership training, and student recruitment, online enablement and other university support services. With operations in 28 countries, Kaplan serves more than 1 million students each year and has partnerships with 1,000-plus universities, colleges, and schools/school districts, and more than 4,000 businesses globally. Kaplan is a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC). For more information, please visit .