Ryan Gower, Ph.D. Chancellor | Olney Central College
Ryan Gower, Ph.D. Chancellor | Olney Central College
The county’s only university was represented by 61 men and 33 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Richland County paid a total of $458,490 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that baseball was the most popular sport played, followed by softball and basketball.
Students who play sports often have higher graduation rates than non-athletes. More female than male athletes graduate.
The average institutional gift aid for student-athletes is $17,000, with 80% of them receive some kind of academic grant or need-based scholarship.
Number of Students on Collegiate Teams in Richland County in 2022
| Institution | Total Enrollment | Student-athletes Enrollment | Student-athletes ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olney Central College | 435 | 94 | 4.6 |
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