A 3889
Permits four-year institution of higher education to award associate degrees.
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Bill overview
This bill would allow four-year colleges and universities in New Jersey to offer and award associate degrees. Institutions would need to collaborate with the Secretary of Higher Education and the New Jersey Presidents’ Council to establish these programs. The bill outlines specific requirements for these programs, including ensuring accreditation, providing academic advising, and notifying students about their potential eligibility for an associate degree. It also mandates an annual report on associate degrees conferred by these institutions.
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