American National University 
Borrower Defense to Repayment Information

If you attended American National University (ANU), you may be eligible for full or partial student loan forgiveness through the Borrower Defense to Repayment program. ANU has been named in lawsuits and government actions that accuse the school of misleading students about educational quality, job prospects, and student loan use.

Legal Issues and Investigations Involving ANU

Sweet v. Cardona Class Action

American National University is included in the landmark Sweet v. Cardona settlement. This $6 billion agreement resolved claims that certain schools—including ANU—engaged in deceptive practices that justified loan forgiveness. Former ANU students said the university misrepresented career prospects, accreditation, and program value.

Attempt to Block Settlement

Despite being named, ANU joined several other for-profit colleges in trying to stop the Sweet v. Cardona settlement. Their appeal claimed the settlement caused “reputational harm” without due process. Federal courts dismissed these arguments, clearing the way for loan discharges to proceed.

Program Misrepresentation

Students have alleged that ANU exaggerated program outcomes and left them with worthless credentials. Many borrowers found themselves unable to transfer credits or obtain employment in their field after graduation, raising concerns about fraudulent inducement and misrepresentation.

What You Can Do If You Attended ANU

If you took out federal loans to attend American National University and believe the school misled you, you have the right to file a Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) application. Many former students were pressured into enrolling under false promises and are now stuck with unmanageable debt.

You may qualify if:

• You were misled about job placement or salary outcomes.
• You were told credits would transfer, but they didn’t.
• You were misinformed about accreditation or program licensing.
• You were encouraged to take out unaffordable student loans.

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