"After two days of talks, Department of Education officials have made it clear that they won’t budge over some new student loan regulations," Inside Higher Ed reports.

... "The department’s 'limited list of programs designated as professional could have big implications for students,' said Karen McCarthy, vice president of public policy for the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators. 'It could push some students into the private student loan market, which has fewer borrower protections than federal student loans, or limit access for [others] who are unable to obtain private loans. This could lead to lower numbers of graduates in highly critical career fields such as mental health, nursing and education.'"

NASFAA's "Notable Headlines" section highlights media coverage of financial aid to help members stay up to date with the latest news. Articles included under the notable headlines section are not written by NASFAA, but rather by external sources. Inclusion in Today's News does not imply endorsement of the material or guarantee the accuracy of information presented.

Publication Date: 10/1/2025