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Tallapoosa County: $378,103 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023

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Jeff Lynn President | LinkedIn

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Tallapoosa County's Central Alabama Community College invested $378,103 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 4.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $397,435 in college sports aid.

There were 43 male and 24 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Central Alabama Community College in 2023. Male students received 8.9% 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 Tallapoosa County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$299,65656
2015$266,67859
2016$336,01568
2017$379,55676
2018$423,14885
2019$422,81972
2020$413,50276
2021$403,33279
2022$397,43575
2023$378,10367

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