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Russell County awards $477,100 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Jackie Screws President | Chattahoochee Valley Community College

Jackie Screws President | Chattahoochee Valley Community College

Russell County's Chattahoochee Valley Community College invested $477,100 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 2.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $466,522 in college sports aid.

There were 45 male and 31 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Chattahoochee Valley Community College in 2023. Male students received 22.3% 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 Russell County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$541,88982
2015$464,20973
2016$558,00082
2017$609,33691
2018$528,00088
2019$615,02684
2020$536,48686
2021$257,35989
2022$466,52275
2023$477,10076

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