Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Nursing from Professional Degrees

A proposal from the Trump administration seeks to redefine professional degrees, excluding nursing, which has sparked backlash from nursing advocates concerned about a worsening nurse shortage due to restricted loan borrowing. Starting July 1, 2026, nursing students would face annual borrowing limits of $20,500 and a lifetime cap of $100,000, hindering access to advanced degrees. Critics argue this will deter students from entering nursing, further exacerbating workforce shortages. The Education Department plans to publish the proposal for public comment, with hopes for reconsideration.

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