Kaplan and the University of Utah Launch Global Pathways Program for International Students

Innovative program combines preparation year with first year of Bachelor`s
degree saving students time and cost
NEW YORK--(Business Wire)--
Kaplan, the global education company, and the University of Utah have agreed to
establish a Global Pathways Program starting in January 2010 that will prepare
students from around the world for admission to the University.

The innovative 12-month program combines intensive English language training,
university study skills preparation and the first year of a Bachelor`s degree
program. Students who successfully complete this program can progress directly
into the second year, choosing from among 75 different majors.

Kaplan will provide marketing, recruitment and admissions support, as well as a
wide range of student support services, from assisting with applications and
immigration requirements to arranging accommodation. The University will provide
the academic and English language instruction.

University of Utah president Michael Young said: "Recruiting students from
abroad is an important part of our growing focus on internationalization. We are
pleased to partner with Kaplan, combining our unique educational strengths with
their experience in recruiting extraordinary students from other lands. We look
forward to this partnership leading to increased enrolment of international
students at the University of Utah."

The University of Utah has more than 2,000 international students and scholars
from more than 110 countries. The campus houses a Middle East Center and
Confucius Institute and has been recognized internationally for its educational
innovation. The University is ranked in America`s top 100 public universities
and in the world`s top 100 business schools. There are more than 200 student
organizations, an active student government and close ties with the local
community.

David Jones, CEO of Kaplan International Colleges which runs the Global Pathways
Programs, said: "We are delighted to be working with the University of Utah with
its strong reputation for excellence in teaching and the importance it places on
international students. Together, we will build a high quality program, tailored
to the needs of international students pursuing a Bachelor`s degree at the
University."

The University is located in Salt Lake City with the amenities of a large city
including an international airport, excellent public transportation network and
vibrant cultural scene, in a safe and supportive environment and at a reasonable
cost of living. At the foothills of the spectacular Rocky Mountains, the
University is in an area that offers year-round outdoor recreation including
some of the best skiing and hiking in the world.

To learn more about Kaplan`s Global Pathways Programs or to complete a free
application, please visit: http://global-pathways.com. Students can speak to a
Pathways representative in their country by e-mailing: utahpathways@kaplan.com

Notes for editors:

The Global Pathways Program is run by Kaplan International Colleges which
provides high-quality academic pathway and English language programs for
students aspiring to gain entry into degree programs at a range of
internationally recognized universities. In the US, we operate a Global Pathways
Program with Northeastern University, attracting 700 students from 25 countries
within two years of operation. In the UK this September, we will recruit 2,500
students to Global Pathways Programs we operate with six partner universities in
the UK: University of Glasgow, University of Liverpool, The University of
Sheffield, Nottingham Trent University, City University and University of
Southampton. In Australia, Kaplan provides a pathways program for 1,500 students
to University of Adelaide through Bradford College, Kaplan Business School
Australia and recently acquired Murdoch Institute of Technology (MIT) in Perth,
which prepares students for Murdoch University.

Kaplan, Inc. is a leading international provider of educational and career
services for individuals, schools and businesses. Kaplan is a subsidiary of The
Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO) and its largest and fastest-growing
division. For more information, please visit www.kaplan.com.

The University of Utah is the flagship institution of the Utah System of Higher
Education. Founded in 1850, it is the first and largest public higher education
institution in Utah, with more than 28,000 students and a campus comprising
almost 1,500 acres in the eastern foothills of Salt Lake City. A major academic
and research institution with an extensive health sciences center, the
University offers majors in 72 subjects at the undergraduate level and more than
90 major fields of study at the graduate level including law and medical
schools. For more information, please visit www.utah.edu.

Kaplan International Colleges
Elizabeth Hess
+ 44 20 7645 8968
+ 44 7815 143 065
Elizabeth.hess@kaplan.com
or
University of Utah
Taunya Dressler, 801-587-9183
t.dressler@ucomm.utah.edu
or
University of Utah Global Pathways Program, Kaplan
Pamela Bates, +1 617-373-6431
Pamela.bates@kaplan.com

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