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College students in Labette County received $298,324 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Mark Watkins, Ed.D. President | Labette Community College

Mark Watkins, Ed.D. President | Labette Community College

Labette County's Labette Community College invested $298,324 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 18.1% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $364,204 in college sports aid.

There were 73 male and 48 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Labette Community College in 2023. Male students received 9.2% 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 Labette County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$215,393104
2015$225,141112
2016$218,85997
2017$239,851114
2018$256,439116
2019$309,838116
2020$278,828113
2021$345,826110
2022$364,204130
2023$298,324121

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