This is a 3.7% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $345,405 in college sports aid.
There were 48 male and 41 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Shawnee Community College in 2023. Male students received 35.6% less financial aid on average than female students.
Male students who play basketball generally receive the most in financial aid, followed closely by football players. Female students playing ice hockey often receive the most in financial aid.
Only a small percentage of college expenses are typically covered by athletic scholarships, and only for a select few students.
A study found that 71% of student athletes participated in sports to earn a college scholarship.
Financial aid for College Sports in Pulaski County over 10 Years
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $235,292 | 66 |
| 2015 | $229,913 | 62 |
| 2016 | $216,819 | 71 |
| 2017 | $235,046 | 70 |
| 2018 | $253,743 | 79 |
| 2019 | $315,824 | 97 |
| 2020 | $340,369 | 96 |
| 2021 | $400,564 | 77 |
| 2022 | $345,405 | 97 |
| 2023 | $358,016 | 89 |
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