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How much did York County spend on athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023?

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Dr. Samuel A. Smith President | York College

Dr. Samuel A. Smith President | York College

York County's York College invested $3,106,225 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 6.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $2,905,026 in college sports aid.

There were 139 male and 140 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing York College in 2023. Male students received 28.2% 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 York County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,470,248218
2015$1,472,537261
2016$1,552,384275
2017$1,660,953258
2018$1,890,518332
2019$2,008,849281
2020$2,354,918312
2021$2,756,143277
2022$2,905,026356
2023$3,106,225279

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