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Randolph County awards $795,158 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Randolph County's Andrew College invested $795,158 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 13.6% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $920,200 in college sports aid.

There were 71 male and 50 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Andrew College in 2023. Male students received 23.7% more 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 Randolph County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$786,807122
2015$781,700109
2016$930,000134
2017$620,935136
2018$781,520138
2019$768,800144
2020$741,188142
2021$889,200136
2022$920,200121
2023$795,158121

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