Wright Graduate University for the Realization of Human has officially closed on July 31, 2023. On April 12, 2023, Wright Graduate University for the Realization of Human Potential notified its students, faculty, and staff that the institution will cease operations either through an internal teach-out plan or external teach-out agreement. Wright Graduate University for the Realization of Human Potential has entered into a teach-out agreement with Maharishi International University, has ceased instruction as of July 19, 2023, and will cease all operations by July 31, 2023. Information relevant to this transition is provided below.
The University was institutionally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). For accreditation questions, please contact DEAC: www.deac.org.
Additionally, the University’s programs held specialized accreditation from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). For questions about this accreditation, please contact IACBE: www.iacbe.org.
To request a transcript, diploma, or verify education, please contact the Wisconsin Educational Approval Program:
EMAIL: DSPSEAB@wisconsin.gov
PHONE: 608-266-1996
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 8366 Madison, WI 53708-8366
(Please note: If you are a student who participated in the teach-out plan with Maharishi International University, you can contact MIU to obtain your records).
Students may be eligible to participate in the Wisconsin EAP Student Protection Fund reimbursement by submitting Form 3.03. Please contact the Wisconsin EAP at DSPSEAB@wisconsin.gov for more information.
GI Bill students may contact the VA’s Education Call Center at 1-888-442-4551 (Mon-Fri, 7 am-6 pm CT). The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs may be ab le to assist you with veteran benefits questions. If you require ad ditional assistance, please reach out to Dan Wellman at DAN.WELLMAN@illinois.gov or 217.782.7838.
Federal Loan Discharge and Forgiveness
IMPORTANT NOTE: Visit studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation to evaluate the eligibility requirements for discharge of Federal Direct Loans, Federal Family Education Loans (FFEL) Program loans, or Federal Perkins Loans. This information does not apply to non-federal student loans. For those loans, please contact lenders directly for options and to understand repayment obligations.
Students who attended a school who believe they were defrauded or that their school otherwise violated applicable state law may be eligible for discharge (loan forgiveness). Please visit studentaid.gov/borrower-defense for assistance.
Resolving Loan Disputes: studentaid.gov/feedback-ombudsman/disputes
Former students can find Closed College Information at www.isac.org/students/after-college/repaying-your-student-loans/closed-colleges-information.html or www.isac.org
The Illinois Attorney General’s office created the Student Loan Helpline (1-800-455-2456; TTY: 1-800-964- 3013) to provide student borrowers with free resources about repayment options and information on avoiding default. Here is the link: www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/File-A-Complaint.
Employees with questions or complaints regarding their employment rights may contact the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. (hotline 844-740-5076).
General Questions for the Wisconsin Education Approval Program: Please email DSPSEAB@wisconsin.gov
General Questions for the Illinois Board of Higher Education: Please email info@ibhe.org
Updated April 2024