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College students in Drew County received $1,232,888 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Peggy Doss Chancellor | University of Arkansas at Monticello

Dr. Peggy Doss Chancellor | University of Arkansas at Monticello

Drew County's University of Arkansas at Monticello invested $1,232,888 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 1.3% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,249,121 in college sports aid.

There were 173 male and 64 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2023. Male students received 24.9% 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 Drew County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$957,361240
2015$1,008,710214
2016$1,081,388260
2017$1,154,592235
2018$1,184,761259
2019$1,233,128244
2020$1,250,245246
2021$1,269,315229
2022$1,249,121232
2023$1,232,888237

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