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Richland County awards $380,970 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Ryan Gower, Ph.D. Chancellor | Olney Central College

Ryan Gower, Ph.D. Chancellor | Olney Central College

Richland County's Olney Central College invested $380,970 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 16.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $458,490 in college sports aid.

There were 49 male and 28 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Olney Central College in 2023. Male students received 21.1% 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 Richland County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$358,57276
2015$323,34992
2016$282,99694
2017$253,90690
2018$270,98289
2019$275,72490
2020$356,08587
2021$440,91492
2022$458,49094
2023$380,97077

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