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Neosho County awards $548,910 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Brian Inbody President of Neosho County Community College | neosho.edu

Dr. Brian Inbody President of Neosho County Community College | neosho.edu

Neosho County's Neosho County Community College invested $548,910 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 10% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $499,133 in college sports aid.

There were 132 male and 86 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Neosho County Community College in 2023. Male students received 20.4% 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 Neosho County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$382,371223
2015$428,065214
2016$351,064214
2017$416,342244
2018$418,559247
2019$418,959261
2020$507,280266
2021$542,000202
2022$499,133235
2023$548,910218

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