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College students in Scotts Bluff County received $783,714 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Greg Dart President | Western Nebraska Community College

Greg Dart President | Western Nebraska Community College

Scotts Bluff County's Western Nebraska Community College invested $783,714 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 0.7% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $789,249 in college sports aid.

There were 78 male and 66 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Western Nebraska Community College in 2023. Male students received 25% 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 Scotts Bluff County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$586,487120
2015$620,802115
2016$692,265131
2017$697,563122
2018$698,344133
2019$726,243148
2020$649,674139
2021$661,390132
2022$789,249159
2023$783,714144

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