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Roane County awards $556,751 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Chris Whaley, President | Roane State Community College

Dr. Chris Whaley, President | Roane State Community College

Roane County's Roane State Community College invested $556,751 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 28.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $434,268 in college sports aid.

There were 62 male and 54 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Roane State Community College in 2023. Male students received 2.2% 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 Roane County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$445,34662
2015$442,77971
2016$400,56971
2017$486,98267
2018$453,85062
2019$462,40187
2020$367,608105
2021$324,719106
2022$434,268105
2023$556,751116

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