USPTO TTAB Dismisses Opposition to AP University
Summary
The USPTO's Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has dismissed an opposition filed by College Board against Ariel Pryor's mark "THE AP UNIVERSITY FOUNDED BY ARIEL PRYOR." The dismissal was without prejudice, meaning the opposition proceeding is terminated.
What changed
The USPTO's Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has issued a decision dismissing opposition proceeding TTAB91302579, filed by College Board against Ariel Pryor's trademark application for "THE AP UNIVERSITY FOUNDED BY ARIEL PRYOR." The dismissal is "without prejudice," indicating that the opposition has been terminated and the applicant's mark will proceed, though the College Board may potentially refile the opposition under different circumstances if grounds exist.
This decision means that the specific opposition case is closed. For legal professionals involved in trademark proceedings, this signifies the conclusion of this particular dispute. No immediate compliance actions are required for regulated entities beyond noting the outcome of this administrative proceeding. The filing date of the original opposition was October 21, 2025.
Source document (simplified)
Opposition: THE AP UNIVERSITY FOUNDED BY ARIEL PRYOR
Opposition TTAB91302579-20260318 Kind: OPP Mar 18, 2026
Abstract
BD DECISION: OPP DISMISSED W/O PREJ
Plaintiff: College Board
Defendant: Ariel Pryor
Mark at issue: THE AP UNIVERSITY FOUNDED BY ARIEL PRYOR
Filing Date
2025-10-21
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