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Douglas County awards $269,494 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Douglas County's Umpqua Community College invested $269,494 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 7.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $251,335 in college sports aid.

There were 122 male and 115 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Umpqua Community College in 2023. Male students received 3.7% 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 Douglas County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$73,05833
2015$70,21038
2016$82,56335
2017$85,01536
2018$127,84282
2019$209,285113
2020$222,319178
2021$229,270190
2022$251,335202
2023$269,494237

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