Apollo Education Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS:APOL) is exploring strategic options. APOL said it has retained Barclays PLC (LSE:BARC) and Credit Suisse Group AG (SWX:CSGN) as financial advisors and while Sullivan & Cromwell as legal advisor as it explores its strategic options. "The board believes that these actions will support and accelerate APOL strategic initiatives, which include the continued growth and investment in Apollo Global and the continuation of the University of Phoenix's transformation plan to further enhance student outcomes and provide outstanding, career relevant higher education for working adults," APOL said in a statement.