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Tuesday, March 4, 2025

College students in Grundy County received $228,283 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Lenny Klaver President | North Central Missouri College

Dr. Lenny Klaver President | North Central Missouri College

Grundy County's North Central Missouri College invested $228,283 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 10.7% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $206,215 in college sports aid.

There were 66 male and 34 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing North Central Missouri College in 2023. Male students received 37% 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 Grundy County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$128,31173
2015$141,51973
2016$158,89480
2017$144,12879
2018$167,36791
2019$194,19990
2020$185,25791
2021$178,712105
2022$206,21594
2023$228,283100

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