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NJ S2478

NJ S2478
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish common course numbering system for public institutions of higher education.


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Introduced
02/05/2024
In Committee
02/05/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill directs the Secretary of Higher Education and the New Jersey Presidents' Council, in consultation with each public institution of higher education, to develop, implement, and maintain a common course numbering system for general education classes leading to an associate degree or a baccalaureate degree. The common course numbering system is required to be fully operational by September 1 of the academic year following the date of enactment. An independent institution of higher education in the State may choose to participate in the common course numbering system.

AI Summary

This bill mandates the creation and implementation of a standardized system for numbering general education courses at all public colleges and universities in New Jersey, with the goal of making these courses transferable for students pursuing associate or bachelor's degrees. The Secretary of Higher Education and the New Jersey Presidents' Council, in collaboration with these institutions, are responsible for developing, putting into practice, and managing this common course numbering system, which must be fully functional by the start of the academic year following the bill's enactment. While public institutions are required to participate, private colleges and universities in the state have the option to join this system voluntarily.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee (on 02/05/2024)

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