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Wilbarger County awards $484,572 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Dusty R. Johnston, President | Vernon College

Dr. Dusty R. Johnston, President | Vernon College

Wilbarger County's Vernon College invested $484,572 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 4.3% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $506,478 in college sports aid.

There were 36 male and 50 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Vernon College in 2023. Male students received 14.5% less 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 Wilbarger County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$454,99393
2015$495,01482
2016$429,866108
2017$495,71884
2018$417,64374
2019$431,29489
2020$480,734109
2021$565,487101
2022$506,47893
2023$484,57286

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