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College students in Quay County received $51,744 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Quay County's Mesalands Community College invested $51,744 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 5.7% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $54,865 in college sports aid.

There were 22 male and four female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Mesalands Community College in 2023. Male students received 29.1% 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 Quay County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$49,81824
2015$42,29221
2016$83,50939
2017$61,04633
2018$34,66815
2019$48,59722
2020$53,35024
2021$31,79422
2022$54,86527
2023$51,74426

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