The PBVS Division of the Illinois Board of Higher Education hosts informational webinars
to assist schools with the various application processes required by
the PBVS Act of 2012 (105 ILCS 426).
Starting a New School
This webinar is intended for individuals who wish to open a new institution and complete the Permit of Approval and New Program of Study applications. Webinars held monthly on the third Tuesday of the month. Meetings will last 90 minutes. Individuals are strongly encouraged to attend a webinar prior to starting a Permit of Approval application.
2026 Dates-Registration is required
July 21 1 pm Aug. 18 1 pm Sept.15 1 pm Oct. 20 1 pm Nov. 17 1 pm Dec. 15 1pm
Webinar Resources
Annual Renewal/5th Year Renewal Application
PBVS Institutions are required by statute to submit an annual or 5th year annual renewal application each year.
Topics of this webinar include accessing the application portal, reviewing application requirements, and sharing common mistakes made during the renewal application process.