This is an 8.6% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $761,690 in college sports aid.
There were 384 male and 95 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Dakota State University in 2023. Male students received 39% 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 Lake County over 10 Years
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $285,583 | 192 |
| 2015 | $208,500 | 174 |
| 2016 | $424,327 | 200 |
| 2017 | $303,350 | 163 |
| 2018 | $567,907 | 260 |
| 2019 | $625,325 | 267 |
| 2020 | $790,014 | 397 |
| 2021 | $822,267 | 498 |
| 2022 | $761,690 | 374 |
| 2023 | $696,356 | 479 |
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