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More Data on College Completion Times for Students

New rules will increase transparency regarding how long students take to complete their studies. Colleges will be required to publish detailed data on completion rates within various timeframes, helping prospective students make informed decisions about their choice of school and program.
Key points
Colleges must report the percentage of students who complete their studies within normal time, 150%, 200%, and 300% of that time.
This information will be available for both full-time and part-time students, including first-time and non-first-time enrollees.
These data aim to help prospective students and their families better assess the potential time needed to complete a specific study program.
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Print number: 117_HR_4646
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Time for Completion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4646.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must report the percentage of students who complete their studies within normal time, 150%, 200%, and 300% of that time.
  • This information will be available for both full-time and part-time students, including first-time and non-first-time enrollees.
  • These data aim to help prospective students and their families better assess the potential time needed to complete a specific study program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Education