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Alpena County awards $137,833 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Don MacMaster President | Alpena Community College

Dr. Don MacMaster President | Alpena Community College

Alpena County's Alpena Community College invested $137,833 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 23.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $111,858 in college sports aid.

There were 41 male and 28 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Alpena Community College in 2023. Male students received 26% 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 Alpena County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$133,38658
2015$116,57437
2016$111,81349
2017$127,86650
2018$115,94743
2019$103,13048
2020$117,58253
2021$104,47051
2022$111,85841
2023$137,83369

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