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MA S742

Authorizing state universities to offer clinical and doctorate programs


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/06/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to authorize state universities to offer clinical and doctorate programs. Higher Education.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes state universities in Massachusetts to offer clinical and professional doctorate degree programs, in addition to bachelor's and master's degrees. It allows state universities to award doctoral degrees, including clinical and professional doctorates, as approved by the Board of Higher Education, without requiring cooperation with the University of Massachusetts for PhD programs. The bill aims to expand the educational offerings and degree levels available at state universities in the state.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/06/2020)

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