Illinois Code § 246
Illinois Code § 246. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 246.
"Institution of higher education" means an educational institution which A. Admits as regular students only individuals having a certificate of graduation from a high school, or the recognized equivalent of such a certificate; and B. Is legally authorized in this State to provide a program of education beyond high school; and C. Provides an educational program for which it awards a bachelor's or higher degree, or provides a program which is acceptable for full credit toward such a degree, a program of post-graduate or post-doctoral studies, or a program of training to prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation; and D. Is a public institution or a nonprofit organization. (Source: P.A. 77-1443.)
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- Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 246
- Jurisdiction: Illinois
- Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
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