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Federal appeals court rejects bid to revive in-state tuition for Texas students without legal status
By Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
For more than two decades, the Texas Dream Act allowed certain students without legal status to qualify for in-state tuition. The law was abruptly overturned last year.
Key takeaway The law was abruptly overturned last year.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The federal appeals court's decision to reject the bid to revive in-state tuition for Texas students without legal status will have significant implications for San Antonio 's educational landscape. For years, the Texas Dream Act had provided a pathway for these students to access affordable higher education, and its overturn last year sent shockwaves through the community. Many of these students are now faced with the daunting prospect of out-of-state tuition rates, which could price them out of the very institutions that were once within their reach. As a result, local schools and universities may see a decline in enrollment and diversity, ultimately affecting the city's economic and social fabric. The impact will be particularly felt in San Antonio, where a large proportion of residents are Hispanic and may have family members or friends affected by this decision.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
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What is this story about? For more than two decades, the Texas Dream Act allowed certain students without legal status to qualify for in-state tuition. The law was abruptly overturned last year.
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