Gavin Newsom signs law to fast-track college entry: How this will help students

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 640 into law, expanding direct admissions to Cal State universities. The law automatically offers qualifying high school students places at Cal State campuses, simplifying applications and aiming to increase enrolment. The programme builds on a successful pilot in Riverside County and follows similar initiatives in other states. SB 640 will take effect for fall 2027 admissions and seeks to improve access to public higher education in California.

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