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Dale County awards $251,144 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Linda C. Young, President | George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

Dr. Linda C. Young, President | George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

Dale County's George C. Wallace Community College-Dothan invested $251,144 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 13.2% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $289,461 in college sports aid.

There were 24 male and 17 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing George C. Wallace Community College-Dothan in 2023. Male students received 1.9% 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 Dale County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$309,00144
2015$312,36044
2016$333,46743
2017$359,38745
2018$335,74346
2019$348,85244
2020$288,66042
2021$367,24748
2022$289,46144
2023$251,14441

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