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Higher Education Laws and Policy

Learn about the laws and policies that govern postsecondary institutions.

ED is committed to enforcing laws such as the Higher Education Act of 1965, as well as educational policies set forth by Congress, to ensure that all postsecondary students receive equal access to higher education opportunities.

College Accreditation

Accreditation ensures that institutes and/or programs of higher education meet quality standards. Learn more about accreditation and ED's role.

Higher Education Policy

Learn about ED's role in formulating and enforcing federal higher education policies.

Career and Technical Education Laws

Visit the Perkins Collaborative Resource Network (PCRN) to learn more about Perkins V and other legislation that support CTE programs.

Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008

Find information on the Department's implementation of the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008.

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The Higher Education Act of 1965

Read the text of the Federal law that provides financial assistance and other resources for students and institutions of higher education.

Read the Law

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October 3, 2024