Syracuse Law Students Concerned by Federal Loan Changes from New Act

Law students at Syracuse University are experiencing significant stress and uncertainty regarding their financial aid due to the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA), effective July 2026. This act, signed in July 2025, severely limits federal loan options for graduate and professional students, including strict caps on Grad PLUS loans. Students report insufficient communication from the university, leading some to consider withdrawing from their programs.