SB3720

HIGHER ED-REVERSE TRANSFER

Final Passage·5/21/26

Illinois SB3720 amends the Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act to facilitate reverse transfer of academic credits from state universities to.

Illinois SB3720 modifies the Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act to enable the reverse transfer of academic credits from state universities to community colleges for students seeking an associate degree. Beginning with the 2026-2027 academic year, state universities must inform transfer students with at least 30 hours of community college credit about the reverse transfer option during their first term. Community colleges must notify students if they qualify for an associate degree based on their credits.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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16
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 6

4:00 PM

House Higher Education Committee Hearing

Feb 25

9:00 AM

Senate Higher Education Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

Senate

Sent to the Governor

May 21

House

Added Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson

May 21

House

Added Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Martha Deuter