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Jackson County awards $399,624 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Chad Wiginton, Ed.D - President | Western Oklahoma State College

Chad Wiginton, Ed.D - President | Western Oklahoma State College

Jackson County's Western Oklahoma State College invested $399,624 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 9.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $365,706 in college sports aid.

There were 133 male and 54 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Western Oklahoma State College in 2023. Male students received 39.1% 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 Jackson County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$299,813160
2015$265,239155
2016$247,994155
2017$289,058187
2018$302,535173
2019$350,964160
2020$390,414175
2021$390,713174
2022$365,706184
2023$399,624187

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