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Erath County awards $4,369,027 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. James Hurley President | Tarleton State University

Dr. James Hurley President | Tarleton State University

Erath County's Tarleton State University invested $4,369,027 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 13.4% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $3,854,039 in college sports aid.

There were 288 male and 202 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Tarleton State University in 2023. Male students received 3.1% 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 Erath County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,722,878321
2015$1,901,428333
2016$2,095,429338
2017$2,146,572326
2018$2,229,792343
2019$2,301,912345
2020$2,347,039329
2021$3,376,819350
2022$3,854,039457
2023$4,369,027490

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