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Monday, July 28, 2008

Florida eyes overhaul of state higher education, Times-Union

By Adam Aasen
July 23, 2008

A year from now Florida Community College at Jacksonville might not be a community college.

It might not even have the same name.

During this past legislative session, Florida lawmakers created a new system for higher education in the state. Community colleges will be able to apply to become "state colleges" and offer four-year degrees. Currently only a few community colleges can offer a limited number of bachelor's degrees.



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