"The Department of Education is eyeing a new regulation that the agency says will trigger a “hard reset” on the value of a degree," University Business reports.

... "The earnings test will become effective as early as July, according to NASFAA. However, the department’s announcement did not outline a date. The proposal is open for a 30-day public comment period, which may influence the final regulation."

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Publication Date: 4/17/2026