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Claiborne County awards $3,956,685 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Jason McConnell President | Lincoln Memorial University

Dr. Jason McConnell President | Lincoln Memorial University

Claiborne County's Lincoln Memorial University invested $3,956,685 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 3.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $3,832,261 in college sports aid.

There were 240 male and 204 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Lincoln Memorial University in 2023. Male students received 24.6% 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 Claiborne County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,197,821221
2015$1,929,880295
2016$2,412,434300
2017$5,759,201342
2018$3,739,374361
2019$3,805,082329
2020$4,187,155329
2021$3,828,384345
2022$3,832,261401
2023$3,956,685444

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