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Short-sighted new student loan caps elevate chiropractic care over critical health care professions

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  • David S. Shapiro

  • June 30, 2026

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    The Department of Education has added more degrees to the list of professional degrees eligible for higher borrowing limits.

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    Chiropractors qualify for maximum federal borrowing, while advanced practice nurses and physician assistants are excluded.

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    The new borrowing caps overlook critical needs in American healthcare and may exacerbate workforce shortages.

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    Chiropractic care lacks substantial evidence for life-prolonging effects, while advanced nursing roles improve healthcare access.

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    The RISE rule's financial barriers disproportionately affect aspiring nurse practitioners, pushing them toward high-interest loans.

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Short-sighted new student loan caps elevate chiropractic care over critical health care professions

  • by David S. Shapiro

  • June 30, 2026

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