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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

College students in Hamblen County received $393,543 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Tony Miksa President | Walters State Community College

Dr. Tony Miksa President | Walters State Community College

Hamblen County's Walters State Community College invested $393,543 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 14.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $342,407 in college sports aid.

There were 75 male and 60 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Walters State Community College in 2023. Male students received 9.8% 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 Hamblen County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$57,73498
2015$55,90297
2016$57,755102
2017$45,92498
2018$288,106102
2019$305,796104
2020$350,910114
2021$347,631125
2022$342,407125
2023$393,543135

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