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College students in Huntington County received $1,965,583 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Sherilyn R. Emberton President | Huntington University

Dr. Sherilyn R. Emberton President | Huntington University

Huntington County's Huntington University invested $1,965,583 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 9.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,788,516 in college sports aid.

There were 135 male and 130 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Huntington University in 2023. Male students received 8.6% 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 Huntington County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,297,923215
2015$1,285,486207
2016$1,369,787233
2017$1,428,842243
2018$1,413,603247
2019$1,481,547271
2020$1,589,743265
2021$1,834,184278
2022$1,788,516265
2023$1,965,583265

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