Texas SB1716 amends eligibility criteria for student financial assistance programs for nontraditional secondary education graduates.

Texas SB1716 amends the Texas Education Code to support the enrollment of students with nontraditional secondary education at public institutions of higher education. The bill modifies eligibility criteria for student financial assistance programs, including the TEXAS grant and scholarships. It specifies that students who present evidence of successful completion of a nontraditional secondary education must meet certain academic requirements, such as completing the recommended or advanced high school curriculum. The changes apply to admissions starting from the 2026 fall semester.

Texas SB1716 amends eligibility criteria for student financial assistance programs for nontraditional secondary education graduates.

Texas SB1716 amends the Texas Education Code to support the enrollment of students with nontraditional secondary education at public institutions of higher education. The bill modifies eligibility criteria for student financial assistance programs, including the TEXAS grant and scholarships. It specifies that students who present evidence of successful completion of a nontraditional secondary education must meet certain academic requirements, such as completing the recommended or advanced high school curriculum. The changes apply to admissions starting from the 2026 fall semester.