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Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling, but theology now dropped
By Collin Binkley, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy and several other fields will be eligible to take out higher federal student loan amounts — at least for now — after a federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration rule that held them to lower limits.The U.S. Education Depart...
Key takeaway Education Department issued a revised rule on Monday designed to follow the judge's order from last week, officials told The Associated Press.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The revised rule's impact will be felt by graduate students in nursing and other affected fields at local universities in the San Antonio area, including those in Terrell Hills . With the new loan limits, these students will have greater access to federal funding, at least temporarily. This change could have a significant effect on the local healthcare workforce, as nursing students will be able to pursue advanced degrees without being constrained by lower loan limits. However, the exclusion of theology studies programs from the list of professional programs may have implications for local seminaries and religious institutions, potentially affecting the education and training of future clergy and religious leaders in the community. As the court case continues, Terrell Hills residents should watch for further developments and consider how these changes may impact the local economy and workforce.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy and several other fields will be eligible to take out higher federal student loan amounts — at least for now — after a federal judge blocked part of a Trump administration rule that held them to lower limits.The U.S. Education Depart...
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