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Carter County awards $3,410,421 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Terry Allcorn President and Ceo | Kentucky Christian University

Dr. Terry Allcorn President and Ceo | Kentucky Christian University

Carter County's Kentucky Christian University invested $3,410,421 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 5.5% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $3,231,100 in college sports aid.

There were 258 male and 81 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Kentucky Christian University in 2023. Male students received 3.6% 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 Carter County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$523,031182
2015$561,075217
2016$486,100187
2017$595,136206
2018$823,035235
2019$1,127,165270
2020$1,917,361391
2021$2,092,550389
2022$3,231,100362
2023$3,410,421339

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