Accrediting agencies.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
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Overview
This bill extends the recognition of national and regional accrediting agencies by the U.S. Department of Education for California’s higher education system. Specifically, it requires agencies recognized as of January 1, 2025, to maintain that recognition until July 1, 2029, with a repeal scheduled for January 1, 2030. The bill modifies the Education Code to clarify the definition of ‘independent institutions of higher education’ and to ensure continued reliance on accredited agencies for licensure and regulatory purposes.
Key provisions
- Extends recognition of accrediting agencies to July 1, 2029.
- Repeals the extended recognition on January 1, 2030.
- Defines ‘independent institutions of higher education’ as non-profit, degree-granting institutions accredited by a recognized agency.
- Clarifies that the definition of ‘independent institutions’ applies as of January 1, 2025.
- Addresses provisions related to the California Community Colleges, California State University, and University of California.
- Specifies that the bill does not intend to regulate or subsidize private education.
Who is affected
- California Community Colleges
- California State University
- University of California
- Private postsecondary educational institutions
- Accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
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