Senate panel hears bill to let private nonprofit colleges join Oregon’s direct‑admissions program
A bill heard April 14 would allow Oregon’s private nonprofit colleges to participate in a Higher Education Coordinating Commission direct‑admissions program created by 2024 education legislation; supporters said the change would expand options for first‑generation and underserved students.
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Chair Frederick opened public testimony April 14 on House Bill 2,421, which would allow private nonprofit colleges and universities to participate in the direct‑admissions program the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) was directed to create by the 2024 Education Omnibus bill, Senate Bill 1552, section 11.
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