Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to enhance higher education access for students by mandating that public high schools in Minnesota participate in a direct admissions program, beginning with the 2029-2030 academic year.

Main Provisions

• Mandatory Participation: All district and charter high schools in Minnesota are required to join the direct admissions program. This program is designed to streamline the college admissions process for students, potentially making it easier for them to gain entry into higher education institutions.
• Exemption Option: A high school may choose not to participate in the direct admissions program if the school board passes a written resolution to exempt one or more high schools within the district from participation.

Significant Changes

• Introduction of Participation Requirement: This bill introduces a new requirement for public high schools to be involved in the direct admissions program. Previously, participation in such a program was not mandatory.

Relevant Terms

direct admissions program, public high schools, charter schools, school board resolution, higher education access, 2029-2030 school year.