AK SB32

Establishes the Alaska middle college program allowing eligible public school students to enroll in University of Alaska courses and earn both high school and college credit simultaneously.

Students must have completed 8th grade, demonstrated college-level academic ability, and not yet received a high school diploma; may earn up to 15 credits per semester with a 60-credit total limit.

School districts may voluntarily participate by entering agreements with the University of Alaska that outline cost-sharing arrangements, which may include scholarship opportunities and fee waivers.

College credit earned through the program is fully transferable within the University of Alaska system and applicable toward degrees or certificates; requires participating school districts to inform students and parents in grades 8-12 about program opportunities.

University of Alaska must evaluate courses for consistency with national dual-credit standards, ensure instructors meet adjunct faculty requirements, and use the same textbooks as equivalent university courses; takes effect July 1, 2022.