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College students in Hancock County received $6,651,911 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Katherine Rowe Fell, President | The University of Findlay

Dr. Katherine Rowe Fell, President | The University of Findlay

Hancock County's The University of Findlay invested $6,651,911 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 8.1% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $6,156,288 in college sports aid.

There were 426 male and 294 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing The University of Findlay in 2023. Male students received 8.5% 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 Hancock County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$3,887,727612
2015$4,273,655598
2016$4,392,450672
2017$4,573,970693
2018$4,521,048698
2019$5,322,291523
2020$5,714,644643
2021$6,223,963591
2022$6,156,288715
2023$6,651,911720

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