Bill > HB3116

This bill amends the University of Illinois Act to establish a gradual increase in priority admission for Illinois state residents in the university's freshman undergraduate class. Starting in the 2026-2027 academic year, the Board of Trustees will be required to ensure that 79% of the freshman class consists of Illinois residents, with this percentage incrementally increasing to 82.5% in 2027-2028, 86.5% in 2028-2029, and ultimately reaching 90% from the 2029-2030 academic year onward. The bill builds upon existing admission requirements, which include completing specific high school coursework across five categories (English, social studies, mathematics, science, and electives) and maintaining flexibility for institutions to assess student readiness through alternative evaluations. This legislation aims to prioritize in-state students' access to the University of Illinois, potentially making it easier for Illinois residents to secure undergraduate admission while still maintaining academic standards.

Education

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3116&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104