The Industry's First Peer-to-Peer Higher Education Community
Scottsdale, AZ, July 1, 2008 - Cology Inc. today announced the launch of TuitionU.com, the industry's first on-line community dedicated entirely to the input, feedback and rating of higher education products and services by peers and professionals. Students, parents and educators seeking unbiased, non-sponsored review and expert advice about education experiences, loan products and related services can find it now at TuitionU.com.
"TuitionU.com is the voice of real expertise in education finance ...input from students, parents, college administrators and vendors," says Paul Rehnberg, Chief Executive Officer. "When people book a trip, they go to places like tripadvisor.com to find hotels that travelers trust. If you want to buy a car, you check out edmunds.com to make sure you're getting a good deal. Need a camera, visit amazon.com to compare different brands. Consumers want to get real, honest advice and feedback before they buy. TuitionU.com provides the forum to ask questions, get answers and share experiences about education."
TuitionU.com is the perfect resource for families preparing for college and for providers looking to reach parents and students seeking education services. Here, parents, students, educators and providers can interact in a truly open, honest and unbiased environment directly - sharing advice about experiences, information about products and services, and reviews about student loan providers from real borrowers and customers.
TuitionU.com also provides a comprehensive tool-kit for universities, financial institutions and membership organizations. The UConnnect program delivers a custom-branded user experience for:
Colleges and universities looking to communicate with students, help families navigate the complexities of the education process, and provide access to lender rating and customer satisfaction comparisons.
Business or membership organizations seeking instant access to education products and services, looking for ways to reach younger audiences, and wanting to provide additional resources to their customers.
Product providers and education experts looking to share information, promote products and services, and provide solutions for parents and students exploring the options of financing a college education.
By delivering information through a fun and contemporary forum with all of the expected features- blogs, forums, videos, photo galleries and surveys- students, parents, providers and college professionals can share experiences, rate and compare products and do so in an open and candid environment.
"Today's students communicate through social communities like Face Book and My Space. They expect to get information and advice immediately from their network of peers. Consumers (especially students) don't want to be sold a student loan...they want to be educated on what's available, understand what makes the most sense for them and be sure they're getting a good value. There are a few loan comparison sites out there today, but none that are truly neutral and customer driven. TuitionU.com fills this niche", states Kathy Harris, Chief Development Officer.
About Cology Inc.
Cology provides a world-class technology platform and peer to peer network to help partners manage origination processes, acquire and strengthen customer relationships, and distribute products and services to consumers. Through, turnkey partner programs, ala carte business services and customized technology solutions, Cology helps providers get products and services in the hands of those who need them most, parents and students looking for college finance solutions. For more information, go to www.Cology.com.
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