At its October 28, 2025 meeting, the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education authorized the Commissioner of Higher Education to solicit public comment on the proposed regulation, 610 CMR 16.00: Degree Granting Regulations for Pilot Proposals on Innovation. The statutorily required 21-day public comment period began on Friday, November 21, 2025, and written comments will be accepted by the Department until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025. A public hearing will be held virtually by the Department on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 12:00 noon EST via Zoom.

For the first time, the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education is publicly releasing data on the earnings outcomes of students and graduates of Massachusetts public colleges and universities

The committee will advise on simplifying transfer pathways from associate to bachelor’s degree programs.

View fall 2025 early enrollment estimates and updated success indicators.

When Krystin Woodard learned about MassReconnect, she decided that it was her moment. Today, the Springfield Technical Community College graduate is working toward a bachelor’s degree in nursing, and she’s eager to continue making a difference.

Read about how MASSGrant Plus made a world of difference for Framingham State University student Karen Araujo, and why she’s encouraging fellow students to keep believing in their dreams.