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Kaplan (GHC) was named a winner of the 2025 BIG Awards for Business in the Education category on December 2, 2025. The award recognizes Kaplan's All Access License, a program launched in 2022 that provides colleges and universities with campuswide access to Kaplan test prep at zero out-of-pocket cost for students.

Since launch, tens of thousands of students have saved more than $50 million. Institutional partners include Cleveland State, Xavier University of Louisiana, Howard University, and Spelman College. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission contracted Kaplan to provide universal test prep to all students at Illinois' 12 public universities, with five community colleges included in a pilot.

Kaplan (GHC) survey of 56 accredited medical schools (July–Oct 2025) found 89% of admissions officers expect another highly competitive cycle: 16% much more competitive, 25% somewhat more competitive, 48% about the same.

Record enrollment and new/expanded medical schools coexist with low acceptance rates (many schools <5%). The MCAT plays a dominant role: 50% called a low MCAT score the biggest application dealbreaker; 100% said MCAT score is important (46% very important, 54% somewhat important). Admissions officers emphasized rigorous coursework, compelling personal narratives, and early support networks for applicants.

Kaplan (NASDAQ:GHC) announced it earned the 2026 Military Friendly Employer and 2026 Military Spouse Friendly Employer designations, recognizing its commitment to recruiting, retaining, and advancing veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Kaplan previously received the Military Friendly Employer designation in 2025.

The awards were based on public data and a proprietary survey of over 1,200 companies, plus advisory‑council review; Kaplan will appear in the 2026 Military Friendly Employers Guide and on MilitaryFriendly.com.

Graham Holdings (NYSE: GHC) announced a proposed private offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2033, with guarantees from certain domestic subsidiaries.

Substantially concurrently, the company intends to amend and restate its revolving credit facility to increase commitments to $400 million. Proceeds, together with borrowings under the amended revolver, are intended to: (i) redeem all outstanding 5.750% notes due 2026, (ii) refinance revolving loans, (iii) repay the $150 million term loan facility, and (iv) pay related fees and expenses.

Residential Home Health and Hospice (GHC) announced on November 10, 2025 that it received Top Workplaces 2025 honors from the Chicago Tribune.

The award is based solely on confidential employee feedback collected by third‑party survey partner Energage LLC, measuring factors such as respect, support, growth opportunities, and empowerment. Eligibility requires a significant presence in the Chicago metropolitan area, a minimum employee count, and a required response rate. Company leadership said the recognition reflects its culture and commitment to employee value and high‑quality care.

Job seekers are invited to visit Graham Healthcare Group careers for open roles.

Graham Holdings (NYSE: GHC) will hold a virtual Investor Day on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. The live webcast runs from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time and includes audio and presentation slides.

The program will cover the company’s operations and financials and feature presentations from the Graham Holdings management team. Registration is required at www.ghco.com. An archived recording will be posted at www.ghco.com/speeches shortly after the event for those who cannot attend live.

Kaplan (GHC) was named a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award winner on November 5, 2025, marking its second consecutive year receiving the honor. The award recognizes leading B2B organizations that support business growth through partnerships. Kaplan highlights its All Access License®, launched in 2022, which has helped tens of thousands of students collectively save more than $48 million in out-of-pocket costs. The company also promotes employee education benefits, career coaching, and customized university partnerships to address skills gaps and workforce readiness.

Kaplan survey of 220 U.S. college admissions officers (July–Aug 2025) finds most schools still lack formal rules on generative AI use in admissions essays.

Key figures: 2% allow AI to write essays, 30% ban writing with AI, 68% have no policy; 27% allow AI for brainstorming; 21% allow AI feedback. Half of officers hold an unfavorable view of GenAI in admissions.