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How much did Randolph County spend on athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023?

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President Chris Wood | Davis & Elkins College

President Chris Wood | Davis & Elkins College

Randolph County's Davis & Elkins College invested $2,971,439 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 7.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $2,753,853 in college sports aid.

There were 201 male and 180 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Davis & Elkins College in 2023. Male students received 1% 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 Randolph County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,287,249209
2015$1,252,104210
2016$1,436,284224
2017$1,862,359280
2018$2,029,691319
2019$2,168,513326
2020$2,482,230360
2021$2,580,377377
2022$2,753,853378
2023$2,971,439381

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