Directs Secretary of Higher Education to conduct study to determine extent and cause of outmigration of high school graduates to out-of-State colleges.
Impact
The mandated study is intended to provide insights into various factors influencing students' choices, such as the academic characteristics of both in-state and out-of-state institutions, the socio-economic backgrounds of the students, and the perceived academic quality of those out-of-state colleges. The findings from this investigation could serve as a foundation for future policy recommendations aimed at enhancing New Jersey's appeal as a destination for higher education.
Summary
Senate Bill S1723 directs the Secretary of Higher Education in New Jersey to conduct a comprehensive study to determine the extent and causes of outmigration among high school graduates to colleges located out of state. The bill highlights a growing concern that many students are choosing to pursue their higher education outside of New Jersey. This study aims to gather actionable data on why students make this decision, as well as the implications of this trend for New Jersey's educational landscape.
Contention
Notably, the bill aims to address issues related to potential solutions for reversing the flow of New Jersey graduates to out-of-state colleges. This raises questions about the effectiveness of existing in-state higher education institutions and whether modifications to policies or funding models could help retain students. Furthermore, input from high school guidance counselors will be sought to understand better the motivations behind students' inclinations to enroll in out-of-state colleges, making it a multi-faceted inquiry into educational trends within the state.
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Directs Secretary of Higher Education to conduct study to determine extent and cause of outmigration of high school graduates to out-of-State colleges.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to conduct study to determine extent and cause of outmigration of high school graduates to out-of-State colleges.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to conduct study to determine extent and cause of outmigration of high school graduates to out-of-State colleges.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to revoke proprietary school's license to award academic degrees if school fails to achieve certain minimum graduation rates.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain propriety institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.
Establishes process for merger or consolidation of public institution of higher education with other institutions of higher education or certain proprietary institutions; requires executive and legislative approval of merger or consolidation.
Establishes process for merger or consolidation of public institution of higher education with other institutions of higher education or certain proprietary institutions; requires executive and legislative approval of merger or consolidation.
Relating to the issuance of a diploma to a student graduating from a public institution of higher education that has undergone a merger, acquisition, or name change.