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MA S677

Protecting students and increasing accountability at Massachusetts colleges and universities


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to reform institutional eligibility requirements for state-based financial aid. Higher Education.

AI Summary

This bill aims to reform the institutional eligibility requirements for state-based financial aid in Massachusetts. It would prohibit state scholarship funds from being made available to students enrolled in any postsecondary educational institution that does not meet certain criteria, including a graduation rate of at least 30% for undergraduate students and an average 3-year cohort default rate of no more than 20%. The bill directs the Board of Higher Education to promulgate rules and regulations to implement these requirements, including procedures for determining which institutions meet the standards and a process for institutions to appeal determinations. The Board is also required to annually publish a list of institutions that meet the necessary requirements on the Department of Higher Education's website.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2487 (on 04/26/2018)

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