NextStepsEd
Lumina
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Welcome to
NextStepsEd

College closed and need help with financial aid assistance?
Don’t worry, we’re here for you.

We are here for you

We understand that many students' education plans, work and lives have been seriously disrupted. This website was designed to support you in navigating your next steps so you can ultimately reach your educational and career goals. Read more below to find out what your options are.

My school closed

What are my options?

If you are a student whose college or career school closed while you were enrolled, or shortly after you withdrew, there are three areas in which this website can provide information for you:

My school has not closed

What are my options?

If you are a student whose college or career school has not closed, but you feel that you have been a victim of fraud, we encourage you to visit the Universal Borrower Defense Information section of this website.