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College students in Dyer County received $126,024 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Scott Cook President of Dyersburg State Community College | dscc.edu

Dr. Scott Cook President of Dyersburg State Community College | dscc.edu

Dyer County's Dyersburg State Community College invested $126,024 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 3.1% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $130,023 in college sports aid.

There were 55 male and 55 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Dyersburg State Community College in 2023. Male students received 11.3% less 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 Dyer County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$113,40778
2015$75,60068
2016$96,91571
2017$148,22470
2018$275,46171
2019$95,55891
2020$103,13298
2021$124,423108
2022$130,023100
2023$126,024110

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