Bill > AB1217

This bill aims to modify existing California education law regarding admissions standards for public universities (University of California and California State University). The bill requests that the University of California align its course admission requirement criteria with the content standards, frameworks, and model curriculum adopted by the State Board of Education. It establishes legislative intent for university governing boards to develop undergraduate admission standards based on state-adopted educational content and to consult with the State Board of Education before making any changes to admission criteria. The bill encourages faculty from postsecondary segments to consult with the State Board of Education and the Instructional Quality Commission when developing model academic standards, and strives to ensure these standards are aligned with state-adopted educational content. Additionally, the bill requires California State University (and requests University of California) to develop a new process by January 1, 2028, for local educational agencies to submit courses for review and certification, with a goal of creating a more streamlined and consistent approach to university course admissions. The underlying intent is to create a more transparent, fair, and accessible admissions process that reflects California's diverse communities and educational landscape.

Budget and Finance, Education

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