Montgomery, Ala. – Twelve students who enrolled in Troy University’s Montgomery campus last year are suing the university and several administrators, alleging they were misled about the viability of the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence program.
Allegations of deception
The plaintiffs, ten of whom reside in Montgomery County with one each from Elmore and Lowndes counties, say the university represented the AI master’s program as a fully supported, on‑campus degree. They claim they were told the coursework would be in‑person and that the program would be available through graduation.
According to the complaint filed in Montgomery County Circuit Court, the students began taking courses in 2025. On December 16, 2025—nearly a year after the program’s orientation—the university allegedly decided to end the program but did not inform the students until months later. The suit asserts that the school kept the decision hidden, causing the students to continue investing time, effort, and tuition into a degree that would no longer be offered.
University’s response
When Action 8 News reached out for comment, Troy University’s Senior Director of Communications, Matt Clower, said the institution has not received formal notice of the lawsuit and therefore has no comment at this time.
Impact on students
The lawsuit contends that the abrupt termination has caused significant harm to the students’ education, career prospects, finances, reputations, and overall wellbeing. The plaintiffs are seeking both compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged damages.
In April 2026, the university reportedly offered the students a chance to continue their studies in a different, fully online program. The students declined, stating they specifically enrolled for an in‑person experience.
Legal context
Higher‑education lawsuits of this nature raise questions about institutional transparency and the obligations schools have to students who rely on advertised program details. While the case is still pending, it underscores the importance of clear communication from universities, especially when new, technology‑focused programs are introduced.
Readers who wish to review the complaint can follow the link provided by the court filings.
Original reporting: Alabama News Network — read the source article.
