More Indiana college degree programs in jeopardy

By: Casey Smith

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 489

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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Indiana lawmakers on Monday revisited a controversial provision in Senate Bill 199 that would require state officials to scrutinize and potentially eliminate certain low-wage college degree programs offered at Indiana’s public institutions.

A vote is expected on the bill Wednesday.

The Commission for Higher Education would be directed to review programs whose graduates earn median wages below set thresholds — ranging roughly from $24,000 to $35,000, depending on the credential — and take action following …

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