Florida § 1004.0961 - Credit for online courses.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 1004.0961 — Credit for online courses., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1004.0961. Credit for online courses.
Beginning in the 2015-2016 school year, the State Board of Education shall adopt rules and the Board of Governors shall adopt regulations that enable students to earn academic credit for online courses, including massive open online courses, before initial enrollment at a postsecondary institution. The rules of the State Board of Education and regulations of the Board of Governors must include procedures for credential evaluation and the award of credit, including, but not limited to, recommendations for credit by the American Council on Education; equivalency and alignment of coursework with appropriate courses; course descriptions; type and amount of credit that may be awarded; and transfer of credit.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 1004.0961
What does Florida Statutes § 1004.0961 cover?
Section 1004.0961 ("Credit for online courses.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 1004.0961?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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