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Marion County awards $141,841 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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James Henningsen, Ed.D. President | College of Central Florida

James Henningsen, Ed.D. President | College of Central Florida

Marion County's College of Central Florida invested $141,841 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 10.5% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $128,414 in college sports aid.

There were 26 male and 34 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing College of Central Florida in 2023. Male students received 36.1% 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 Marion County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$198,000109
2015$198,000105
2016$248,75995
2017$260,000100
2018$260,00087
2019$260,00095
2020$260,00091
2021$142,51852
2022$128,41450
2023$141,84160

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