The U.S. Department of Justice has filed suit against Virginia over state laws that let eligible undocumented students pay in-state tuition, escalating a federal challenge to state-level access policies. The complaint, part of a broader, multi-state push by the Trump administration, argues the tuition rules discriminate against U.S. citizens and seeks to block enforcement of the Virginia provisions. The litigation could force colleges and universities in the state to re-run financial planning and admissions scenarios for affected students, with enrollment, aid packaging, and diversity programs facing immediate uncertainty. Higher-education financial offices and legal counsel should expect rapid policy shifts if courts issue injunctions or set precedent replicated in other states.