In a decision that may set a precedent for other educational institutions, a federal judge in Illinois ruled against a college student seeking a partial refund after his European study abroad program was cut short due to the pandemic. The lawsuit, filed by the student, claimed that the program’s abrupt transition from in-person to online instruction warranted a partial reimbursement.
The study abroad organization argued that the unprecedented circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated program modifications and that these changes did not breach the terms of the contract. The judge sided with the organization, emphasizing the legal flexibility given to educational entities during the pandemic to make necessary adjustments without financial liability.
For further details, you can read more about the case in the original article here.