Kaplan University Kaplan is charging 15,000+ for a certificate program. How is this possible? Internet

I was researching online classes for Crime Scene Technician, i came across Kaplan. I was amazed that they were so legit sounding and offered internship after you certify.
But i was confused i couldn't find info on the exact credits or cost.

All i saw was its $353 per credit hour. So i contacted the live chat...they told me,that for the Crime Scene Tech; it was 44 credits.

WHOA!


44 credits for a certificate program, at $353 dollars p/C.H? Thats roughly $16,000. The online chick said "Yes, thats correct. You can start with a down payment of $500, and monthly payments of $600."

I laughed thinking...well she must be wrong. So i downloaded the course catalog. and sure enough...44 credits.
you also have to have an associates degree to even start. Which is fine by me..but $16,000 and 44 credits just for a certificate?

Mydwest
norfolk, Virginia
U.S.A.