School Closure Information and Outreach Events

The closing of a school can be a confusing and stressful event for students. The Office of Student Assistance and Relief (OSAR) is here to help. OSAR is an office of the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education that provides free one–on–one assistance to students.

To contact OSAR, call (888) 370–7589, #5, email OSAR.DCA@dca.ca.gov or click here and tell us your question.

Check for additional information about your school below. A video with general closure–related information is provided at the bottom of this page.

Recent School Closures

Portnov Computer School (4306131) will cease all educational operations. BPPE received a letter from the institution dated March 10, 2026, and notified the Bureau that Portnov Computer School will cease all educational operations for California residents effective May 16, 2026. General information is provided below. Students may also contact the Office of Student Assistance and Relief (OSAR) for information or assistance.


Key Facts from Portnov Computer School:

Last date of instruction: (May 15, 2026)
Closure date: (May 16,2026)
Closure plan: (not provided)
Refund plan: (not provided)
Transfer or Teachout agreements: (not provided)

Portnov Computer School's notice to students: Notice to students.

Note: Institutions are expected to provide this information as part of an orderly closure; if these fields are blank, the institution failed to provide the relevant information


  • School–Provided Refunds – California law requires schools to provide refunds when they close or break the enrollment agreement. An institution shall be considered in default of the enrollment agreement when an educational program is discontinued or canceled, or the institution closes prior to completion of the educational program California law 94927.
  • Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) – California has a relief fund that may reimburse eligible students who lost money because of a school closure. OSAR can explain your refund rights and assist you in completing a STRF Application. STRF review considers whether you were able to transfer credits and complete a comparable program.
  • Transfer & Educational Options – If your school closed before you finished your program, you still have options for continuing your education. OSAR can help you understand your rights and provide information about BPPE–approved schools.
  • Request Your Educational Records – We encourage students to request copies of their educational records when a school closes. To request your records, send a request to:

Luiza Yusupova
Phone Number: (650) 210–8674
Email Address: Luiza@portnov.com

Last Date of Instruction – April 3, 2026

Closure Date – July 3, 2026

Custodian of Records:
Cheyenne Reyes
Phone: (559) 799-9646
Email: Cheyenne.Reyes@sjvc.edu

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Additional School Closure Information

Upcoming Webinar

The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles is hosting a webinar for current or former students of San Joaquin Valley College. Former or current students who have been impacted by a closure of their campus, or any other problems regarding San Joaquin Valley College, are encouraged to attend to find out more about their rights and options with respect to both federal and private student loans. All participants must pre-register to attend. Please register at: https://lafla-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/inZC4tgFT1Oy0VXNy2MKSA

Last Date of Instruction* – Unclear

Last Date of Enrollment* – Unclear

Effective Date for Default Decision And Order – May 1, 2026

Institution Representative:
Sahar Andisha
(310) 924–0111
sandisha@ach.edu


If you believe unapproved activity is occurring, file a complaint with BPPE.

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*Dates reported by the institution

Last Date of Instruction* – (not provided)

Closure Date* – March 2025

Custodian of Records:
Ataolah Hoodashtian
Phone: (242) 404–2759
hoodasht2@yahoo.com


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Additional School Closure Information

*Dates reported by the institution

Last Date of Instruction – March 27, 2026

Closure Date* – March 28, 2026

Custodian of Records:
Jumoke Johnson
Jumoke.Johnson@kingseducation.com
(323) 963–5311
(617) 480–9055


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Additional School Closure Information

*Dates reported by the institution

Last Date of Instruction – November 15, 2025*

Closure Date – December 15, 2025*

Custodian of Records:
Scean Ellis
scean@untouchableaa.com
(424) 209–9759


*Dates reported by the institution

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School Closure Information

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