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Pentagon's Tuition Aid Policy Could Limit Military Education Choices

2/14/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposes a policy that could restrict tuition assistance for military officers at many colleges, including Ivy League schools, due to biases against the military.
Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, the Pentagon will evaluate graduate programs at these institutions.
It may ban funding for programs it deems to diminish critical thinking.
Critics say the policy threatens intellectual diversity and critical thought.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposes a policy that could restrict tuition assistance for military officers at many colleges, including Ivy League schools, due to biases against the military.
Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, the Pentagon will evaluate graduate programs at these institutions.
It may ban funding for programs it deems to diminish critical thinking.
Critics say the policy threatens intellectual diversity and critical thought.