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How the Loan Cap Committee Reached Consensus

November 10, 2025

Department officials are celebrating the new regulation as a step toward lowering college costs. Others argue it could lead to workforce shortages in critical health-care roles.

Department of Education building
Department of Education building
The facade of the U.S. Department of Education building in Washington, D.C.
The facade of the U.S. Department of Education building in Washington, D.C.
Delta Air Lines pilots speak with students about training and career paths during the 10th annual Aviation Career Day at Los Angeles International Airport
Delta Air Lines pilots speak with students about training and career paths during the 10th annual Aviation Career Day at Los Angeles International Airport

Talks Over Loan Caps See Some Progress

November 5, 2025

But some industries such as aviation are still pushing to get included in the department’s final definition for professional programs.

A photo illustration of shadow being cast over a headstone with the U.S. Department of Education seal and a date line labeled "1979-202?."
A photo illustration of shadow being cast over a headstone with the U.S. Department of Education seal and a date line labeled "1979-202?."

Under McMahon, ED Is Diminished but Not Dead, Experts Say

November 3, 2025

Inside Higher Ed spoke with more than a dozen politicians, higher education experts and former department employees; their thoughts on the agency’s status varied, but many tried to remain hopeful.

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, an older white woman with short blond hair, wearing a light-colored suit.
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, an older white woman with short blond hair, wearing a light-colored suit.

Education Dept. Finalizes PSLF Rule Limiting Who Gets Forgiveness

October 31, 2025

The department says fewer than 10 employers will be affected a year, but advocates fear the rule could set “a troubling precedent.”

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem listens to President Donald Trump. She is in focus and he is in the foreground, blurry.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem listens to President Donald Trump. She is in focus and he is in the foreground, blurry.
A photo of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Manchester.
A photo of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Manchester.