Kaplan Test Prep Exceeds ACCET Re-Accreditation Standards

Granted Maximum Re-Accreditation Period of Five Years

New York, NY, September 24, 2002 - Kaplan Test Prep announced that it has once again met and exceeded the educational standards of Accrediting Commission of Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) and as a result has been granted the maximum re-accreditation period of five years. Kaplan is the only test preparation company that offers a full suite of 25 accredited programs at over 140 locations to be so recognized by ACCET. In addition to certifying that Kaplan's programs and management practices comply with ACCET's high standards, re-accreditation ensures that Kaplan courses continue to meet the tuition reimbursement requirements of numerous government agencies and corporations.

"Providing our students with the first-rate educational resources and services they need to realize their educational and career goals is Kaplan's number one concern," said John Polstein, President, Kaplan Test Prep. "ACCET re-accreditation underscores our continued success at fulfilling this important mission and exceeding our own high standards."

Kaplan received ACCET re-accreditation following a detailed audit and evaluation of its business and educational practices, including its mission, operational and financial management practices, institutional goals, curriculum, instructional methods and overall student satisfaction. Among the many strengths cited during this independent review were Kaplan's exceptional planning process and the substantial time and resources devoted to staff training and development. ACCET also noted Kaplan's "extensive, accessible, and effective" communications network, which provides staff and students with "pertinent, relevant, and detailed information in an timely manner" and the staff's strong belief in Kaplan's mission and their "dedication to helping all students meet their goals."

Kaplan Test Prep, a division of Kaplan, Inc., is a premier provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. With a comprehensive menu of online offerings, and a complete array of books and software, Kaplan gives students and professionals the best in test preparation combined with unbeaten convenience and flexibility. Kaplan offers preparation for 35 standardized tests, including entrance exams for secondary school, college and graduate school as well as English language and professional licensing exams. Kaplan also provides private tutoring and college and graduate admissions consulting services. Its website, Kaptest.com is the largest online destination for education and career services. Kaplan, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO).

Press Contact:

Bonnie Eissner
Tel: 212-707-5287
bonnie_eissner@kaplan.com

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