schools
Laredo students react to Texas in-state tuition ban for undocumented students
By Angie Bravo at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A federal appeals court has upheld Texas’ ban on in-state tuition for students without legal status, ending more than two decades of access under the Texas Dream Act and leaving local students and their peers facing a significant cost difference.In a 2-1 decision July 9, the...
Key takeaway Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the return of the Texas Dream Act.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The impact of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals' decision will be deeply felt in Laredo , where many students rely on in-state tuition to pursue higher education. At Texas A&M International University and Laredo College, the difference between in-state and non-resident tuition is substantial, with students facing an additional $8,000 to $3,000 per year, respectively. This financial burden may lead some students to reconsider their educational plans, as Alifonso Garza suggested, or take on significant debt. The city's demographic makeup, with a large population of residents who may be affected by this ruling, makes it crucial for local leaders to consider the long-term consequences of this decision on the community's educational attainment and economic development. As the city moves forward, it will be important to monitor how local institutions and organizations respond to support affected students and mitigate the effects of this ruling.
About this story
Original reporting by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News . Laredo News surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: schools ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 2 min
Get more Laredo News stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering schools and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A federal appeals court has upheld Texas’ ban on in-state tuition for students without legal status, ending more than two decades of access under the Texas Dream Act and leaving local students and their peers facing a significant cost difference.In a 2-1 decision July 9, the...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 10, 2026 by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News and curated for Laredo News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Angie Bravo at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News. To learn more about how Laredo News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more schools coverage from Laredo News, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More schools →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter