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College students in Talladega County received $430,000 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Gregory Vincent, President | Talladega College

Dr. Gregory Vincent, President | Talladega College

Talladega County's Talladega College invested $430,000 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 12.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $493,800 in college sports aid.

There were 60 male and 48 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Talladega College in 2023. Male students received 16.7% 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 Talladega County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,140,871139
2015$887,857136
2016$887,857139
2017$759,02898
2018$200,834134
2019$410,000115
2020$329,745161
2021$423,800120
2022$493,800181
2023$430,000108

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