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College students in Navarro County received $1,380,748 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Kevin G. Fegan District President | Navarro College

Dr. Kevin G. Fegan District President | Navarro College

Navarro County's Navarro College invested $1,380,748 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 3.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,338,055 in college sports aid.

There were 199 male and 92 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Navarro College in 2023. Male students received 28.1% 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 Navarro County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$916,271186
2015$915,401183
2016$1,055,299176
2017$1,064,200187
2018$979,640200
2019$1,016,498191
2020$1,205,067192
2021$1,370,264196
2022$1,338,055276
2023$1,380,748291

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