Mt Sierra College
Why You Should Consider Borrower Defense to Repayment

If you or someone you know attended Mt Sierra College, its abrupt closure in June 2019 and the subsequent legal findings could make you eligible for significant Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) relief. Here’s everything you need to know.

What Went Wrong at Mt Sierra College

Abrupt Closure, No Proper Notification

Mt Sierra College shut its doors on June 24, 2019, without the required 30-day advance notice or teach out plan for students.

Loss of Student Records & Transcripts

The California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) found that student records from 2006–2017 were destroyed, and many transcript requests went unfilled—leaving students unable to transfer credits or prove completion.

Accusations of Violating State Law

BPPE concluded Mt Sierra violated multiple provisions including:

• Failing to deliver required records prior to closure
• Not providing a disposition plan or custodian for records
• Not safely storing records as required by 

Legal Impact: Fines, Accreditation Loss, and BDR Patterns

• $10,000 fine with an Order of Abatement for violating multiple California Education Code sections.
• Accreditation withdrawn on June 24, 2019, by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
• OSAR confirmed the closure, and issued guidance on potential loan discharges and STRF claims.
• Multiple BDR applications have already been filed by former Mt Sierra students—showing a trend of borrower claims.

Why This Matters for Your BDR Claim

Regulatory Violations = Strong Legal Basis

• BPPE’s findings are authoritative and show Mt Sierra broke contractual and legal obligations, including protecting student records.

Real, Documented Harm to Students

• Lost transcripts have prevented transfers and job prospects—a direct impact that BDR compensates for.

Precedent from Other Schools

• Mt Sierra joins a growing list of institutions facing BDR scrutiny.

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Explore More & Take Action

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6. DeVry Scandals
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and many more …

Browse all affected schools on our full list: All Universities

If Mt Sierra College disrupted your education, don’t wait. Start your Borrower Defense to Repayment claim today.

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