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College students in Washington County received $3,133,829 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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President Courtney White | Dixie State University

President Courtney White | Dixie State University

Washington County's Dixie State University invested $3,133,829 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 4% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $3,013,613 in college sports aid.

There were 233 male and 177 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Dixie State University in 2023. Male students received 35% 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 Washington County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,339,724330
2015$1,507,433344
2016$1,442,331347
2017$1,521,043362
2018$1,726,216380
2019$1,793,647389
2020$2,013,689394
2021$2,432,497411
2022$3,013,613403
2023$3,133,829410

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