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Carter County: $6,395,911 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023

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William B. Greer President | Milligan University

William B. Greer President | Milligan University

Carter County's Milligan University invested $6,395,911 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 24.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $5,143,575 in college sports aid.

There were 290 male and 198 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Milligan University in 2023. Male students received 2.4% 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 Carter County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$00
2015$00
2016$2,654,165231
2017$3,184,355254
2018$3,415,230264
2019$3,583,742271
2020$3,524,630258
2021$5,008,287304
2022$5,143,575423
2023$6,395,911488

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