50 USC 3227a - Degree-granting authority

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 23, 2024

§ 3227a.

Degree-granting authority

(a)

In general

(b)

Limitation

A degree may not be conferred under this section unless—

(1)

the Secretary of Education has recommended approval of the degree in accordance with the Federal Policy Governing Granting of Academic Degrees by Federal Agencies; and

(2)

the University is accredited by the appropriate academic accrediting agency or organization to award the degree, as determined by the Secretary of Education.

(July 26, 1947, ch. 343, title X, § 1032, as added Pub. L. 116–260, div. W, title III, § 305(a), Dec. 27, 2020, 134 Stat. 2366; amended Pub. L. 118–31, div. G, title III, § 7327(c), Dec. 22, 2023, 137 Stat. 1045.)

cite as: 50 USC 3227a