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College students in Wayne County received $1,268,166 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy President | Wayne State College

Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy President | Wayne State College

Wayne County's Wayne State College invested $1,268,166 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 3.6% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,224,184 in college sports aid.

There were 177 male and 113 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Wayne State College in 2023. Male students received 4.2% 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 Wayne County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$785,054302
2015$807,304265
2016$881,176294
2017$873,421281
2018$1,011,675279
2019$995,558304
2020$1,058,855282
2021$1,190,919186
2022$1,224,184367
2023$1,268,166290

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