Seppy Basili, Kaplan Test Prep’s vice president of college admissions and K12 programs, is available to speak with interested journalists regarding the company’s participation in today’s White House College Opportunity Day of Action and Kaplan’s commitment to the First Lady’s “Reach Higher” Campaign.

A 20-year veteran of the education industry, author and frequent media spokesperson, Mr. Basili has developed key partnerships with hundreds of school districts nationwide, overseen Kaplan’s pre-college test prep programs and publications, and serves as a leading national expert regarding K12 and college readiness issues.

Mr. Basili can discuss Kaplan’s commitment to the Reach Higher initiative and to first generation college aspirants, as well as a broad range of relevant issues including college admissions, equity and access in higher education.

To schedule an interview with Mr. Basili, please contact Carina Wong at 212.453.7571 or carina.wong@kaplan.com.

Kaplan will also be live tweeting during the December 4 event using the hashtag #CollegeOpportunity from @KapTestNews.

About Kaplan Test Prep

Kaplan Test Prep (www.kaptest.com) is a premier provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. Established in 1938, Kaplan is the world leader in the test prep industry. With a comprehensive menu of online offerings as well as a complete array of print books and digital products, Kaplan offers preparation for more than 90 standardized tests, including entrance exams for secondary school, college and graduate school, as well as professional licensing exams for attorneys, physicians and nurses. Kaplan also provides private tutoring and graduate admissions consulting services. Kaplan Test Prep’s K12 unit (www.kaplank12.com) partners with schools to measurably propel student achievement and accelerate college readiness. Kaplan K12 offers state test readiness programs to help students meet and exceed state standards, and college preparation solutions that support students as they prepare for college entrance exams and the admissions process. Its solutions also provide teachers with robust Kaplan K12 resources and professional development support to impact achievement in their classrooms. Additionally, Kaplan operates new economy skills training (NEST) bootcamps Dev Bootcamp and Metis, designed to provide immersive training in skills that are in high demand in today’s job market and prepare participants for hire.

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