This is a 98.5% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $2,697,390 in college sports aid.
There were 238 male and 116 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Lyon College in 2023.
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 Independence County over 10 Years
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $2,117,041 | 132 |
| 2015 | $3,568,210 | 272 |
| 2016 | $4,197,682 | 296 |
| 2017 | $4,249,189 | 307 |
| 2018 | $6,061,646 | 323 |
| 2019 | $7,468,198 | 425 |
| 2020 | $5,006,235 | 410 |
| 2021 | $3,333,968 | 422 |
| 2022 | $2,697,390 | 394 |
| 2023 | $41,420 | 354 |
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