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Sussex County awards $194,050 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Jon H. Connolly, Ph.D., President | Sussex County Community College

Jon H. Connolly, Ph.D., President | Sussex County Community College

Sussex County's Sussex County Community College invested $194,050 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 12.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $222,710 in college sports aid.

There were 141 male and 36 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Sussex County Community College in 2023. Male students received 50.5% 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 Sussex County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$4,80085
2015$7,60087
2016$9,60078
2017$73,51082
2018$84,132101
2019$116,084112
2020$132,000117
2021$168,82582
2022$222,710188
2023$194,050177

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