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April 9, 2026

Correlation or Coincidence: U.S. Federal Aid and Rising College Tuition

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College Board. (2025). Trends in student aid. https://research.collegeboard.org/trends/student-aid

National Center for Education Statistics. (2026). U.S. college enrollment statistics (Table 303.70). https://nces.ed.gov/programs/digest/d24/tables/dt24_303.70.asp

National Center for Education Statistics. (2026). U.S. college tuition, fees, room, and board rates for full-time students (Table 330.10). https://nces.ed.gov/programs/digest/d23/tables/dt23_330.10.asp

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Cody Granby

Cody Granby is a graduate student of international relations at St. Mary’s University. After serving 13 years in the U.S. Navy and deploying multiple times in support of counterterrorism operations, he developed a strong interest in political science and international relations. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Government with a concentration in National Security from Liberty University, graduating summa cum laude in the summer of 2025. His research interest include international security, terrorism, and comparative politics. He is currently pursuing his graduate degree, building on his academic background and research experience in security policy.

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