Texas HB4848 mandates public higher education systems to offer competency-based baccalaureate degree programs in high-demand fields, with a cost cap.

Texas HB4848 amends the Education Code to require system administrations of public higher education systems to ensure institutions offer competency-based baccalaureate degree programs in high-demand fields, as determined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. These programs must not exceed a total cost of $10,000 to an enrolled student. The coordinating board can adopt necessary rules to administer this section, which applies starting with the 2026-2027 academic year. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4848 mandates public higher education systems to offer competency-based baccalaureate degree programs in high-demand fields, with a cost cap.

Texas HB4848 amends the Education Code to require system administrations of public higher education systems to ensure institutions offer competency-based baccalaureate degree programs in high-demand fields, as determined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. These programs must not exceed a total cost of $10,000 to an enrolled student. The coordinating board can adopt necessary rules to administer this section, which applies starting with the 2026-2027 academic year. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.