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College students in Stark County received $980,120 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Stephen (Steve) D. Easton, J.D. President | Dickinson State University

Stephen (Steve) D. Easton, J.D. President | Dickinson State University

Stark County's Dickinson State University invested $980,120 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 15.5% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $848,915 in college sports aid.

There were 257 male and 89 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Dickinson State University in 2023. Male students received 39.6% 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 Stark County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$832,577304
2015$737,663285
2016$697,142313
2017$731,028295
2018$342,537261
2019$321,189263
2020$657,398235
2021$847,143337
2022$848,915319
2023$980,120346

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