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Williams County awards $244,944 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Bernell Hirning, President | Williston State College

Dr. Bernell Hirning, President | Williston State College

Williams County's Williston State College invested $244,944 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 9.8% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $271,422 in college sports aid.

There were 66 male and 37 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Williston State College in 2023. Male students received 76% 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 Williams County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$252,906100
2015$296,89388
2016$340,66899
2017$265,000118
2018$247,018107
2019$276,990104
2020$199,605105
2021$275,532101
2022$271,42287
2023$244,944103

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