I'm sorry to hear what happened to you. I wish you luck in getting justice.
I do want to point out, though, that the Distance Learning USA is not affiliated with Excelsior College in any way. They just sell study materials that can be used towards a degree at Excelsior (in much the same way that Cliffs Notes sells study materials that can be used at Harvard, but they're not affiliated with Harvard). DLUSA states in their FAQ's that they are not affiliated with Excelsior:
http://www.distancelearningusa.com/faq.html"Does Distance Learning USA, Inc. Have Any Relationship With Excelsior College?
No! DLUSA is an independent analysis and research company that publishes study guides and research material to assist individuals who want to obtain an associate As(n) or BSN degree without attending a traditional college. Excelsior College has no collaborative partnerships with private educational agencies or publishing companies including Distance Learning USA."
Excelsior College has the following warning posted throughout the web site:
https://www.excelsior.edu/Excelsior_Col ... n_Services"To help you become a well-informed consumer we suggest that you consider the following before making any purchase decision regarding study materials provided by organizations other than Excelsior College.
Does the company:
- Clearly articulate that it is an independent enterprise, separate from Excelsior College, that it is not a degree granting institution, and that it does not offer courses that lead to the award of college-level credit
- Openly indicate that it is not an agent of Excelsior College, that it is not authorized to provide academic advising regarding Excelsior’s degree requirements, and that all its costs and fees are separate from those you will pay to the College
- Have a record of unresolved complaints/disputes with consumer protection agencies, nursing boards, attorneys general offices, or other similar organizations
- Require clients to commit to long-term, binding contracts to access its products and services
- Provide data to substantiate the satisfaction of its clients with its products and services"
Best wishes,
Tracy