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College students in Park County received $486,012 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Lisa Watson, President | Northwest College

Lisa Watson, President | Northwest College

Park County's Northwest College invested $486,012 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 12% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $433,862 in college sports aid.

There were 87 male and 55 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Northwest College in 2023. Male students received 28.3% 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 Park County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$567,906138
2015$580,509137
2016$568,192140
2017$584,817132
2018$517,805128
2019$514,050123
2020$495,233116
2021$501,171112
2022$433,862143
2023$486,012142

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