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New College Accreditation Rules: Focusing on Student Success and Transparency

This bill requires accrediting agencies to use specific standards focused on student outcomes like graduation and job placement. It aims to improve the quality of higher education and make information about institutional performance more transparent for students and families.
Key points
Accrediting agencies must use common standards to measure student success (completion, workforce participation).
Information about standards, goals, and institutions failing to meet requirements will be publicly available online.
The Secretary of Education can require accrediting agencies to revise standards if deemed inappropriate or too low.
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Print number: 117_HR_5103
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Process start date: 2021-08-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Quality Higher Education Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5103.

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 2021-08-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Accrediting agencies must use common standards to measure student success (completion, workforce participation).
  • Information about standards, goals, and institutions failing to meet requirements will be publicly available online.
  • The Secretary of Education can require accrediting agencies to revise standards if deemed inappropriate or too low.
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. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24].

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