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College students in Goshen County received $693,458 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Jeffry Hawes, President | Eastern Wyoming College

Dr. Jeffry Hawes, President | Eastern Wyoming College

Goshen County's Eastern Wyoming College invested $693,458 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 9.7% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $768,328 in college sports aid.

There were 33 male and 34 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Eastern Wyoming College in 2023. Male students received 11.6% 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 Goshen County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$527,85692
2015$530,86189
2016$570,71790
2017$620,11782
2018$545,11278
2019$604,78881
2020$710,07473
2021$785,10274
2022$768,32873
2023$693,45867

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