# Va. Code Ann. § 23.1-211: Distance learning reciprocity agreements; participation; Distance Learning Reciprocity Advisory Council

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T23.1_SI_C2_A2_S23.1-211

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 23.1-211
- **Heading:** Distance learning reciprocity agreements; participation; Distance Learning Reciprocity Advisory Council
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 23.1 / Subtitle I / Chapter 2 / Article 2 / Section 23.1-211

## Text

A. The Council may enter into interstate reciprocity agreements that authorize accredited associate-degree-granting and baccalaureate (i) public institutions of higher education and (ii) private institutions of higher education to offer postsecondary distance education. The Council shall administer such agreements and shall approve or disapprove participation in such agreements by accredited associate-degree-granting and baccalaureate (a) public institutions of higher education and (b) private institutions of higher education. Participation in the agreements is voluntary.

B. The Council shall establish the Distance Learning Reciprocity Advisory Council, which shall include representatives from each institution that offers postsecondary distance education pursuant to an interstate reciprocity agreement as set forth in subsection A. The Advisory Council shall advise the Council on the development of policies governing the terms of participation by eligible institutions, including the establishment of fees to be paid by participating institutions to cover direct and indirect administrative costs incurred by the Council.

2014, c. 323 , § 23-9.14:3; 2016, c. 588 .

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