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Josephine County: $80,440 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023

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Randy Weber, Ed.D. President | Rogue Community College

Randy Weber, Ed.D. President | Rogue Community College

Josephine County's Rogue Community College invested $80,440 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 14.4% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $70,331 in college sports aid.

There were 27 male and 12 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Rogue Community College in 2023. Male students received 41.1% 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 Josephine County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$00
2015$00
2016$00
2017$22,32543
2018$21,28639
2019$23,18241
2020$112,80655
2021$91,91840
2022$70,33140
2023$80,44039

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