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Ellis County awards $2,711,847 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Tisa Mason, President | Fort Hays State University

Dr. Tisa Mason, President | Fort Hays State University

Ellis County's Fort Hays State University invested $2,711,847 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 8% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $2,510,742 in college sports aid.

There were 334 male and 135 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Fort Hays State University in 2023. Male students received 24.9% 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 Ellis County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,033,613439
2015$1,055,252441
2016$2,042,853433
2017$2,149,055406
2018$2,345,872423
2019$2,214,430447
2020$2,511,676431
2021$2,508,593413
2022$2,510,742448
2023$2,711,847469

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