CA Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education

CA BPPE Lists Disciplinary Actions Against Private Postsecondary Schools

The California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education publishes a comprehensive index of administrative disciplinary actions taken against private postsecondary educational institutions operating in California. The page lists individual institutions in alphabetical order with associated enforcement documents including accusations, citation and fine orders, default decisions, stipulated settlements, revocations, and surrenders of approval to operate, spanning fiscal years 2022–2026. The listing serves as a public accountability resource for prospective students, enrolled students, and institutional stakeholders to verify the regulatory status of specific schools.

How to File a Complaint Against a Private School

The California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) provides instructions for filing complaints against private postsecondary educational institutions. Consumers may submit complaints online via the Bureau's portal or by downloading and mailing a paper form to the West Sacramento address. Anyone may file a complaint if they believe an institution has violated applicable laws or regulations, including cases of unlicensed operation.

CA BPPE Inspects Private Postsecondary Institutions Every Five Years

The California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (Bureau) conducts compliance inspections in accordance with California Education Code (CEC) section 94932.5. Institutions can expect at least one announced and one unannounced inspection every five years. The Bureau has enforcement authority to ensure institutions that hold an approval to operate comply with California laws and regulations.