Modern States isn’t just offering free college education—they’re changing lives for the better. In this video, Jefferson Pestronk, executive director at Modern States, shares how their mission to make college education affordable and accessible is powered by online learning. By partnering with D2L Brightspace, Modern States delivers free courses that prepare learners for College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams—helping thousands earn college credit without financial risk and opening doors to opportunities many thought were out of reach.
Key Highlights:
- How Modern States provides free college-level courses and exam funding
- Why online delivery is key to scaling access for learners everywhere
- How Brightspace supports a smooth transition and consistent learner experience
- The life-changing impact of flexible, affordable education
This story is about more than technology—it’s about second chances, breaking barriers and helping people achieve dreams they never thought possible.
"We basically get to help people live the life they want, and oftentimes live a life that they thought had passed them by because they thought that college was going to be financially out of reach." – Jefferson Pestronk