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Wabash County: $679,298 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023

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Dr. Matt Fowler President | Wabash Valley College

Dr. Matt Fowler President | Wabash Valley College

Wabash County's Wabash Valley College invested $679,298 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 4.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $651,570 in college sports aid.

There were 68 male and 72 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Wabash Valley College in 2023. Male students received 40.4% 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 Wabash County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$383,95282
2015$363,51995
2016$365,35086
2017$434,63487
2018$460,43876
2019$568,21399
2020$673,466128
2021$692,316130
2022$651,570138
2023$679,298140

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