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College students in Bay County received $27,000 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Michael H. Gavin President at Delta College | Delta College

Dr. Michael H. Gavin President at Delta College | Delta College

Bay County's Delta College invested $27,000 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 27% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $37,000 in college sports aid.

There were 57 male and 60 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Delta College in 2023. Male students received 17.5% 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 Bay County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$44,84098
2015$49,000101
2016$43,25096
2017$28,000121
2018$39,000112
2019$35,00092
2020$36,500102
2021$36,500100
2022$37,00097
2023$27,000117

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