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College students in Linn County received $233,443 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Lisa Avery President | Linn-Benton Community College

Dr. Lisa Avery President | Linn-Benton Community College

Linn County's Linn-Benton Community College invested $233,443 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 0.1% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $233,240 in college sports aid.

There were 46 male and 26 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Linn-Benton Community College in 2023. Male students received 22% 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 Linn County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$64,48725
2015$109,65155
2016$125,88064
2017$154,11265
2018$162,13363
2019$169,75964
2020$171,43970
2021$200,90067
2022$233,24075
2023$233,44372

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