The following statement is from CCST Executive Director Jerry Valdez:
The Career Colleges and Schools of Texas (CCST) is extremely disappointed to learn of the last minute closing of the Education Corporation of America (ECA) campuses in several cities in Texas and across the country and the displacement of thousands of students at these schools.
At this time, CCST and our member companies are working hard to ensure all 3600 students currently enrolled at the various ECA campuses in Texas (including Brightwood College and Virginia College) are aware of their options for continuing to pursue their career goals and dreams. While we regret that ECA has made this decision, this is not the end of the road for these students by any stretch. There are a number of career schools in and around the impacted communities and these campuses are doing everything possible to ensure a smooth transition for all Brightwood College and Virginia College students in Texas.