TITLE 17. EDUCATION

CHAPTER 25-A. ARTICULATION AND TRANSFER

17:3161      Articulation and transfer of credit;  secondary and postsecondary institutions

The postsecondary education management boards, the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, and city, parish, and other local public school boards shall jointly develop and implement articulation and transfer programs and agreements that facilitate and maximize the seamless transfer of credits between and among public secondary and postsecondary educational institutions and that make the most efficient use of faculty, equipment, and facilities.  Regionally accredited independent colleges and universities that are members of the Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities are encouraged to participate with public educational institutions in developing programs and agreements to expedite the transfer of students and credits between secondary and postsecondary educational institutions.

Added by Acts 2009, No. 356, § 1, eff. July 6, 2009.  Amended by Acts 2010, No. 861, § 8.