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College students in Hall County received $189,958 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Matt Gotschall President | Central Community College

Dr. Matt Gotschall President | Central Community College

Hall County's Central Community College invested $189,958 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 8.4% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $175,187 in college sports aid.

There were 61 male and 58 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Central Community College in 2023. Male students received 36.6% 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 Hall County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$99,14380
2015$109,50095
2016$112,51884
2017$104,74982
2018$111,79186
2019$137,26295
2020$182,950110
2021$170,72292
2022$175,187104
2023$189,958119

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