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College students in Thomas County received $701,455 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Seth Carter, President | Colby Community College

Dr. Seth Carter, President | Colby Community College

Thomas County's Colby Community College invested $701,455 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 23.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $568,717 in college sports aid.

There were 98 male and 64 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Colby Community College in 2023. Male students received 16.7% 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 Thomas County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$397,454177
2015$520,369192
2016$455,361181
2017$510,406169
2018$331,902177
2019$378,181171
2020$588,518176
2021$581,358158
2022$568,717158
2023$701,455162

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