Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling

In strictly applying the judge's order, the department is now striking some degrees from the list of professional programs, meaning those students will face lower loan limits.
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In strictly applying the judge's order, the department is now striking some degrees from the list of professional programs, meaning those students will face lower loan limits.
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