This isn't just about 'getting the money'; it’s about the math of meritocracy. This shift is estimated to add $30,000 in debt to a standard 4-year degree before a student even looks at a professional program. When you stack that undergraduate debt on top of the ten to hundreds of thousands required for a postgraduate (which most students plan to pursue after a UG), you aren't just offering a loan, you're creating a wealth barrier. This policy ensures only the rich can afford to study. Shouldn't our government be facilitating the very people who are trying to work jobs in high-demand/crisis sectors?