Texas Law

Federal Judge Shuts Down Texas Law Giving In-State Tuition to Undocumented Students; Here’s What It Means

A federal judge has ruled that Texas’ in-state tuition law for undocumented students is unconstitutional, citing conflict with federal law. Over 57,000 students in Texas—and hundreds of thousands nationwide—may now face unaffordable tuition. This article explains the ruling, its impact, and what comes next for students, educators, and policymakers across the U.S. Learn how this case could reshape higher education access for undocumented youth in 2025 and beyond.