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College students in Sullivan County received $85,789 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Nancy Hackett, Chairman of the Board | Sullivan County Community College

Dr. Nancy Hackett, Chairman of the Board | Sullivan County Community College

Sullivan County's Sullivan County Community College invested $85,789 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 0.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $85,551 in college sports aid.

There were 91 male and 23 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Sullivan County Community College in 2023. Male students received 41% 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 Sullivan County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$099
2015$098
2016$091
2017$3,00097
2018$081
2019$67,83582
2020$88,832116
2021$00
2022$85,551119
2023$85,789114

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