
If you attended Ashworth College, there's breaking news you can’t afford to ignore—you may qualify to have your federal student loans completely wiped out.
That’s because Ashworth was officially charged with deceptive practices by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). In 2015, the school settled with the FTC for misleading students about their ability to transfer credits and qualify for careers in fields like law enforcement and healthcare.
Sound familiar? If you enrolled thinking your degree would lead to a certain job, or if your credits didn’t transfer as promised—you may be eligible for Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR)
Ashworth College’s settlement with the FTC wasn’t a slap on the wrist—it was a clear confirmation that the school misled borrowers. The allegations included:
These types of deceptive marketing practices are exactly what Borrower Defense was designed to address.
To qualify under the Borrower Defense program, you’ll need to show that:
You do NOT need an attorney to apply, but many borrowers choose help due to the complexity of the paperwork and evidence requirements.
Although Ashworth was sued and settled with the FTC, it has not yet been formally included in the Sweet v. Cardona mass discharge settlement that wiped out loans for students from schools like DeVry, ITT Tech, and University of Phoenix.
This doesn’t mean you're out of luck. In fact, Ashworth’s FTC case can be used as your legal evidence when filing your Borrower Defense application.
But you have to act. Especially with garnishments and collections restarting, waiting could cost you thousands in interest or lost refunds.
Option 1 – File Your Own Claim
If you want to do it yourself, check out our Borrower Defense DIY Guide. We’ll walk you through everything you need.
If you want peace of mind and the highest chance of approval, our legal focused team will prepare and file your claim—backed with evidence.
👉 Check Your Eligibility Now for FREE
Were you defrauded by more than one school? You’re not alone. We’ve helped borrowers from:
See the full list of eligible schools.
📞 Start your loan relief request today – your future shouldn’t be defined by a school’s lies.

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