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College students in Whitley County received $4,775,254 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Larry L. Cockrum President | University Of The Cumberlands

Dr. Larry L. Cockrum President | University Of The Cumberlands

Whitley County's University of the Cumberlands invested $4,775,254 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 9.6% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $4,357,183 in college sports aid.

There were 385 male and 303 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing University of the Cumberlands in 2023. Male students received 10.6% 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 Whitley County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$2,521,780418
2015$2,616,803422
2016$2,977,812447
2017$3,693,249505
2018$4,396,749541
2019$4,773,427631
2020$4,351,790607
2021$4,175,971608
2022$4,357,183631
2023$4,775,254688

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