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College students in Pettis County received $481,448 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Brent Bates, PhD. President | State Fair Community College

Dr. Brent Bates, PhD. President | State Fair Community College

Pettis County's State Fair Community College invested $481,448 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 1.4% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $488,406 in college sports aid.

There were 113 male and 66 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing State Fair Community College in 2023. Male students received 15.9% 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 Pettis County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$356,89925
2015$283,83725
2016$302,31326
2017$387,873200
2018$427,192125
2019$453,716131
2020$382,649126
2021$422,073146
2022$488,406188
2023$481,448179

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