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College students in Pike County received $7,179,471 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Jack Hawkins, Jr. Ph.D., Chancellor | Troy University

Jack Hawkins, Jr. Ph.D., Chancellor | Troy University

Pike County's Troy University invested $7,179,471 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 4.8% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $7,538,419 in college sports aid.

There were 261 male and 140 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Troy University in 2023. Male students received 19.5% 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 Pike County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$4,884,028384
2015$4,855,066432
2016$5,129,934400
2017$5,318,444394
2018$5,433,749411
2019$5,874,774394
2020$5,605,596397
2021$6,677,158403
2022$7,538,419382
2023$7,179,471401

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