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Kaufman County awards $65,940 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Ervin D. Seamster, Jr. President | Southwestern Christian College

Dr. Ervin D. Seamster, Jr. President | Southwestern Christian College

Kaufman County's Southwestern Christian College invested $65,940 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 199.7% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $22,000 in college sports aid.

There were 25 male and 25 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Southwestern Christian College in 2023. Male students received 30.5% less 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 Kaufman County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$354,86063
2015$350,64466
2016$320,71061
2017$312,70056
2018$138,34940
2019$136,23926
2020$191,68133
2021$30,00032
2022$22,00054
2023$65,94050

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