Institutional Act Number Five

State, university leaders highlight how families can save money on college costs

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수요일, 6월 28, 2023

BOAZ, Ala., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A nearly 30-year-old law that provides for seamless transfer from Alabama's community colleges to the state's four-year public universities set the groundwork for community college alumni, such as Alabama Representative Brock Colvin, to achieve their bachelor's degree, according to the Alabama Community College System.

Key Points: 
  • State, college and university leaders in Alabama are highlighting how families can save money on college costs.
  • Colvin was among dozens of residents who joined state community college and university leaders, students and families to celebrate transfer success during a news conference on Tuesday, June 27, at Snead State Community College.
  • The event is one of many this year to celebrate the Alabama Community College System's 60th anniversary.
  • He graduated with an associate degree from the college and then transferred to the University of Alabama to earn his bachelor's degree.