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College students in Jackson County received $23,715 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. David Campbell President | Northeast Alabama Community College

Dr. David Campbell President | Northeast Alabama Community College

Jackson County's Northeast Alabama Community College invested $23,715 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 21.3% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $30,132 in college sports aid.

There were nine male and eight female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Northeast Alabama Community College in 2023. Male students received 43.1% 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 Jackson County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$00
2015$00
2016$00
2017$00
2018$31,96811
2019$33,77411
2020$25,9007
2021$47,46611
2022$30,13210
2023$23,71517

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