Maryland § 26-901
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 26-901, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-901.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Donor preference” means a preference given to an applicant to an institution of higher education by the institution based on the applicant’s familial relationship to a person who provides financial support to the institution.
(3) “Legacy preference” means a preference given to an applicant to an institution of higher education by the institution based on the applicant’s familial relationship to an alum of the institution.
(b) This section applies to an institution of higher education in the State that receives State funds.
(c) (1) An institution of higher education may not consider a legacy preference or donor preference as an eligible criterion for admission standards to the institution.
(2) An institution of higher education may ask applicants to provide information about familial relationships to alums of the institution for the purpose of collecting data.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 26-901
What does Maryland Code § 26-901 cover?
Section 26-901 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 26-901?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 26-901" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 26-901 apply to my situation?
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