Maryland § 15-101
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-101, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-101.
(a) Each public institution of higher education shall accept for admission any graduate of an approved public high school:
(1) Who is certified by his high school principal, based on standards of the State Board of Education, as qualified to pursue a course of study at the institution; or
(2) Who meets the admission standards of the institution.
(b) (1) Each public institution of higher education may accept, for special admission any student who has:
(i) Completed the seventh grade; and
(ii) A scholastic aptitude test combined score of 1,200 or an equivalent score on a nationally accepted college entrance examination.
(2) This subsection does not affect the State or local share of aid provided pursuant to § 5–202 of this article to the secondary school in which the student is enrolled.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-101
What does Maryland Code § 15-101 cover?
Section 15-101 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 § 15-101?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 15-101 apply to my situation?
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