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College students in Coos County received $675,260 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Patty M. Scott Ed.D. President | Southwestern Oregon Community College

Patty M. Scott Ed.D. President | Southwestern Oregon Community College

Coos County's Southwestern Oregon Community College invested $675,260 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 2.8% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $656,721 in college sports aid.

There were 149 male and 100 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Southwestern Oregon Community College in 2023. Male students received 27.3% 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 Coos County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$340,970202
2015$418,644231
2016$522,887286
2017$534,911269
2018$524,735235
2019$560,874276
2020$530,922225
2021$584,378214
2022$656,721263
2023$675,260249

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