番茄视频 (ACE) was thrilled to be featured on 鈥淎ll Access with Andy Garcia,鈥� stepping on a national stage and celebrating our accomplishments, mission, values and impact. ACE President and CEO Geordie Hyland, Chief Academic Officer and Provost Dr. Jodi Feikema, and student Josmeen Stephen talked about how we stand apart as an industry leader in higher education through affordable, flexible and quality learning.
We chatted with Hyland for a behind-the-scenes look at our participation in the documentary.
ACE: What inspired ACE to participate in the documentary?
Geordie Hyland (GH): ACE has a unique value proposition in higher education. We offer a high-quality, largely debt-free pathway to degree attainment at an accredited United States institution. In fact, 86% of our students graduate with no debt.* Additionally, a third-party, global market research firm found that for every $1 ACE students invest in our programs, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings. We have partnered with the storytellers at 鈥淎ll Access with Andy Garcia鈥� to raise awareness about our model of higher education, which is focused on the value proposition for our students.
ACE: What made this opportunity feel like the right fit for ACE?
GH: indicate that trust in the value proposition of higher education is at an all-time low. Concerns about tuition inflation, the and a disconnect between institutions of higher education and employers are widespread. The time was right to raise awareness about ACE鈥檚 student return on investment (ROI) and a career-oriented, relevant approach to education.
ACE: What do you hope viewers take away about ACE’s role in shaping the future of education?
GH: We want to showcase that it鈥檚 possible for an institution of higher education to provide a high-quality, relevant, flexible and affordable education, while being truly independent. ACE leverages practitioner faculty to deliver practical curricula that equip students with the relevant skills needed for career success.
ACE intentionally does not accept Title IV loans or rely on state or federal subsidies, and it opens many doors that allow us to continue to evolve, optimize and enrich our student experience. We support adult students who are working full-time and have personal commitments while studying with us. With over 60 programs across education, healthcare, nursing and business verticals, we want to send a message that quality higher education can cost less and support busy professionals in meeting their career goals.
ACE: What kind of impact do you hope this documentary will have on prospective students, alumni and partners?
GH: My hope is that prospective adult students will be motivated to really do their research and feel inspired to choose a college with a strong ROI and practical curriculum that doesn鈥檛 leave them with unpayable debt. I also hope that our alumni are proud of their alma mater and help us continue to spread the word about ACE. As for our partners, I hope they鈥檙e reminded of just how differentiated our approach is and that our solutions can help them attract, retain and upskill their staff.
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*Internal research completed in March 2025
